The Robins, 4A Woodlands Road, Bromley, BR1 2AE

Planning appeal 3307753 at The Robins, 4A Woodlands Road, Bromley, BR1 2AE (London Borough of Bromley) was allowed on 9 December 2022 by Inspector Nilsson A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether or not the proposed development would preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the Bickley Park Conservation Area.

the introduction of single storey front garage projection of brickwork construction to match existing dwelling with design incorporating a green sedum roof, recessed balcony with glass balustrade and replacement of window above existing garage with glazed doors

Authority: London Borough of Bromley
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Nilsson A
Postcode: BR1 2AE

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether or not the proposed development would preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the Bickley Park Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposed development would preserve the character and appearance of the Bickley Park Conservation Area through its compatible design, materials and retention of spacious grounds, despite minor conflict with supplementary planning guidance on garage recessing.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy 6Policy 37Policy 41Bromley Local Plan 2019Policy D3Policy HC1The London Plan 2021

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