'El Joyre' and 'Oakdene', 4 & 6 Lillie Road, Biggin Hill, TN16 3QB

the demolition of existing dwellings and erection of 4 detached dwellings

Authority: London Borough of Bromley
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Lo S

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development upon the character and appearance of the surrounding area

What decided it

The proposed development would not have an unacceptable effect on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, complying with the development plan, and the Council's inability to demonstrate a five-year housing land supply provided no material consideration to refuse permission.

The Council accepts it cannot demonstrate a five-year housing land supply; the proposed development complies with the development plan and there are no material considerations indicating permission should not be given, therefore permission is granted.

Framework references: 54, 12

Plan policies cited: Policy 3, Policy 4, Policy 37, Policy D3, Policy D4

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