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Allowed5 July 20233309604

Third Floor, 2 Abbott Street, London, E8 3DL

Planning appeal 3309604 at Third Floor, 2 Abbott Street, London, E8 3DL (London Borough of Hackney) was allowed on 5 July 2023 by Inspector Hills J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the highway network.

change of use of the third floor from office (E1) to sui generis use of restaurant, bar, event space, gallery space and part E1 (office) with kitchen to support the functions, seminars, workshops and training

Authority
London Borough of Hackney
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
leisure-sport · Change of use
Inspector
Hills J
Postcode
E8 3DL

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the highway network

What decided it

The site's good public transport accessibility, detailed transport statement showing manageable trip generation, and ample servicing space demonstrated that the proposal would not have an unacceptable impact on highway safety or the road network.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 111

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