Planning appeal decision
20 Roseacre Close, Hornchurch, RM11 3NJ
Planning appeal 3304620 at 20 Roseacre Close, Hornchurch, RM11 3NJ (London Borough of Havering) was allowed on 10 November 2022 by Inspector Sylvester G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.
two storey side extension to include new garage extensions and internal remodelling
- Authority
- London Borough of Havering
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Sylvester G
- Postcode
- RM11 3NJ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
- the living conditions of the occupiers of No 18 Roseacre Close, having particular regard to outlook and access to light to the garden
What decided it
The extension's design, scale, position and materials would respect the character of the host property and area while not causing undue harm to the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers, thereby complying with the development plan.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 26Policy 7London Borough of Havering Local Plan (2021)London Borough of Havering Local Development Framework - Emerson Park Policy Area Supplementary Planning Document (2009)London Borough of Havering Residential Extensions and Alterations Supplementary Planning Document (2011)
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 54
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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