Planning appeal decision
31 Northwick Circle, Harrow, HA3 0EE
Planning appeal 3310468 at 31 Northwick Circle, Harrow, HA3 0EE (London Borough of Brent) was allowed on 11 October 2023 by Inspector Dudley G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the installation of a hardstanding and dwarf brick wall to the front of the premises and installation of a front door to the premises preserves or enhances the character or appearance of the conservation area.
the installation of a hardstanding and dwarf brick wall to the front of the premises and installation of a front door to the premises
- Authority
- London Borough of Brent
- Appeal type
- enforcement · Enforcement Notice
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Dudley G
- Postcode
- HA3 0EE
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the installation of a hardstanding and dwarf brick wall to the front of the premises and installation of a front door to the premises preserves or enhances the character or appearance of the conservation area
What decided it
The works undertaken, particularly the hardstanding and dwarf brick wall with associated planting, represent a significant enhancement to the character and appearance of the conservation area compared to the previous large drive and removed front wall, and the front door is a well-made timber door that preserves the conservation area's character.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- BLP Policy BCH1BLP Policy DMP1LP Policy BT2
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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