Planning appeal decision
56 Uxbridge Road, Stanmore, HA7 3LW
Planning appeal 3311348 at 56 Uxbridge Road, Stanmore, HA7 3LW (London Borough of Harrow) was allowed on 13 February 2023 by Inspector Greenwood L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect on the character and appearance of the local area.
a single and 2 storey side to rear extension; alterations and extension to the roof to provide storage space; rooflights to the front, side and rear roof slopes; a front porch; relocation of the main entrance; a vehicle access; extensions and alterations to hardstanding; installation of a 2m high pedestrian gate and boundary fence to the side; and an outbuilding in the rear for use as storage/gym (demolition of detached garage and side entrance canopy)
- Authority
- London Borough of Harrow
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Greenwood L
- Postcode
- HA7 3LW
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect on the character and appearance of the local area
What decided it
The substantial open space to the side of the property and the well-articulated design of the extension, including the set-down roof and hipped rear form, would prevent harm to character and appearance in this comparatively spacious setting.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- London Plan 2021 policy D3Harrow Core Strategy policy CS1(B)Harrow Council Development Management Policies policy DM1
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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