Planning appeal decision
90 , The Ridgeway, London, NW11 9RU
Planning appeal 3302372 at 90 , The Ridgeway, London, NW11 9RU (London Borough of Barnet) was allowed on 25 April 2023 by Inspector Hayden M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling, with particular regard to the basement extension and lightwells.
the formation of a basement level with associated lightwells; part single, part two storey side and rear extensions; roof extension involving side and rear dormer windows
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Hayden M
- Postcode
- NW11 9RU
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling, with particular regard to the basement extension and lightwells
What decided it
The proposed development would respect the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area, with the extant permission for conversion providing significant weight as a fallback position, and conditions adequately addressing impacts on neighbours' living conditions and trees.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS5 of the Barnet Local Plan Core Strategy (2012)Policy DM01 of the Barnet Local Plan Development Management Policies (2012)Policy DM17 of the Barnet Local Plan Development Management Policies (2012)
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 130
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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