®Planning appeal decision
10 Crossways, Romford, RM2 6AA
Planning appeal 3310760 at 10 Crossways, Romford, RM2 6AA (London Borough of Havering) was allowed on 6 March 2023 by Inspector Davis J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the existing dwelling and the Gidea Park Conservation Area.
Replace UPVC windows to the entire top floor of the property as none of these windows complied with current building regulations i.e. means of escape and toughened glass where appropriate. The windows were in a state of disrepair and were suffering from water ingress. Top Floor 8 windows (3 bedrooms & 1 bathroom). Replace Timber-Frame six-part bay window & single window to front ground floor elevation – these windows were in an extremely bad state of repair i.e windows had been painted shut, mullions and transoms were rotten and the glazing was falling out which all constituted a health & safety risk for my young daughter. The windows that have been used for the new installation are a market leading product for use in listed buildings and conservation areas. Product details attached
- Authority
- London Borough of Havering
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Davis J
- Postcode
- RM2 6AA
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the existing dwelling and the Gidea Park Conservation Area
What decided it
The replacement windows authentically replicate historic timber frames and are of a design commonly found throughout the conservation area, resulting in no harm to the character and appearance of the dwelling or the Gidea Park Conservation Area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 26Policy 28Policy HC1
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 199
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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