Planning appeal decision
194 Malpas Road, London, SE4 1DH
Planning appeal 3308803 at 194 Malpas Road, London, SE4 1DH (London Borough of Lewisham) was allowed on 14 February 2023 by Inspector Praine N, 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.
a loft conversion including raising the ridge height to match No. 196 as well as raising the parapet wall on the boundary adjoining to No. 192. Rear L shaped dormer and three roof lights to the front slope to provide additional residential accommodation in the form of 2 bedrooms and an en-suite. Rear infill extension measuring 913mm deep incorporating internal alterations and new rear bi-folding door and roof lights
- Authority
- London Borough of Lewisham
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Praine N
- Postcode
- SE4 1DH
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
What decided it
The existence of a viable fallback position under the General Permitted Development Order, which would result in similar or greater harm, is a material consideration that outweighs the conflict with development plan policies.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 15 of the Lewisham Core Strategy 2011Policy 30 of the Development Management Local Plan 2014Policy 31 of the Development Management Local Plan 2014
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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