Planning appeal decision
1A Broadway, Romford, RM2 5NS
Planning appeal 3311709 at 1A Broadway, Romford, RM2 5NS (London Borough of Havering) was allowed on 13 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 site and surrounding area; including on the Gidea Park Conservation Area.
Construction of single storey rear, first floor front and rear extensions with a new feature gable entrance, new loft level accommodation and rebuilding of the existing garage
- Authority
- London Borough of Havering
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Davis J
- Postcode
- RM2 5NS
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the site and surrounding area; including on the Gidea Park Conservation Area
- The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring properties with particular reference to outlook, light and privacy
- The effect of the proposal on the archaeological interest surrounding the site
What decided it
The proposal would preserve the character and appearance of the conservation area and would not materially harm the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers, thereby complying with the relevant development plan policies and the Framework.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 7Policy 26Policy 27Policy 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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