John Clay Antiques, 263 New Kings Road, London, SW6 4RB

Planning appeal 3309360 at John Clay Antiques, 263 New Kings Road, London, SW6 4RB (London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham) was dismissed on 16 May 2023 by Inspector Bowyer J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host building and area.

Change of use of part of ground floor and basement from retail (Class E) to 1 x 1 bedroom flat (Class C3); conversion of first, second and third floors to 1 x 2 bedroom and 1 x 3 bedroom flats; rear extensions at third and first floor levels; rooflights; window replacements; dormer window replacement; roof alterations; ground floor and basement demolition with central courtyard; screening fence; roof terraces at first and third floor levels.

Authority: London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Bowyer J
Postcode: SW6 4RB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host building and area

What decided it

The considerable overall scale and mass of the combined extensions and terraces would sit awkwardly against the host building, unbalancing and dominating its original form to the detriment of its architectural integrity and character, conflicting with Policies DC1 and DC4 of the Local Plan 2018.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy DC1Policy DC4

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