133, Durham Road, West Wimbledon, London, SW20 0DF

squaring off an existing two storey extension together with some internal layout alterations including adding side facing windows at ground, first and second floor level. The development will also include a roof conversion which will allow for the addition of two bedrooms and shower room at second floor level. Materials are to match the existing

Authority: London Borough of Merton
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Wellstead J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and area, including the setting of the Durham Road Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposed hip to gable roof conversion would unduly interrupt the uniform pitched roofscape and harm the setting of the Durham Road Conservation Area, conflicting with development plan policies requiring respect for local character.

Framework references: 124, 130

Plan policies cited: Policy D3, Policy D4, Policy CS14, Policy DMD2, Policy DMD3

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