Planning appeal decision
159 Clitherow Avenue , Ealing, W7 2BU
Planning appeal 3312800 at 159 Clitherow Avenue , Ealing, W7 2BU (London Borough of Ealing) was allowed on 14 December 2023 by Inspector Major R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal on the residential character of the area.
conversion of 2 self-contained flats into 2 flats and loft studio
- Authority
- London Borough of Ealing
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Major R
- Postcode
- W7 2BU
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the proposal on the residential character of the area
- the effect of the proposal on the provision for family accommodation
- whether the proposal would provide appropriate living conditions for future occupiers of the top floor flat (Flat 3) with regard to floorspace and ceiling height within the bathroom
- whether the proposal would make adequate provision for car and cycle parking
What decided it
The proposal accords with the development plan when taken as a whole, particularly in delivering additional housing in a sustainable location whilst complying with parking and cycle storage standards.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- London Plan Policy GG4London Plan Policy D3London Plan Policy D4London Plan Policy D6London Plan Policy H9London Plan Policy H10London Plan Policy T5London Plan Policy T6London Plan Policy T6.1Ealing Development Management DPD Policy 3.5Ealing Development Management DPD Policy 7.4Ealing Development Management DPD Policy 7B
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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