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Dismissed11 May 20233307100

31 Barrow Point Avenue, Harrow, Pinner, HA5 3HD

Planning appeal 3307100 at 31 Barrow Point Avenue, Harrow, Pinner, HA5 3HD (London Borough of Harrow) was dismissed on 11 May 2023 by Inspector Pickernell E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposals on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the area.

alterations and extensions to existing detached bungalow including changes to roof to form barn hip end roof extensions enclosing garage conversion and extended pitched roof at the rear, 3 front roof lights, one rear dormer, 2 roof lights in rear roof slope, single storey side and rear extension with skylights

Authority
London Borough of Harrow
Appeal type
householder · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Pickernell E
Postcode
HA5 3HD

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposals on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the area

What decided it

The proposed extensions would result in a bulky, top-heavy and incongruous addition to the street scene that fails to harmonise with the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the area, contrary to the development plan.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy D3 of the London Plan (March 2021)Policy CS1 of the Harrow Core Strategy (February 2012)Policy DM1 of the Development Management Policies (July 2013)Residential Design Guide Supplementary Planning Document (Adopted 15 December 2010)

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