Planning appeal decision
43 Grecian Crescent, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 3HJ
Planning appeal 3307727 at 43 Grecian Crescent, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 3HJ (London Borough of Croydon) was allowed on 20 January 2023 by Inspector Barnes D, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of 312 and 314 Beulah Hill.
the erection of a one storey rear extension, two storey side extensions and loft conversion with dormer roof
- Authority
- London Borough of Croydon
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Barnes D
- Postcode
- SE19 3HJ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of 312 and 314 Beulah Hill
What decided it
The 14-metre separation distance between the proposed extension's flank wall and the neighbouring properties' rear gardens meant that despite increased massing and proximity to the boundary, the development would not materially worsen outlook, create an overbearing effect, or cause unacceptable loss of amenity.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DM10Policy D3Policy SP4
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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