Planning appeal decision
52 Canmore Gardens, London, SW16 5BD
Planning appeal 3312817 at 52 Canmore Gardens, London, SW16 5BD (London Borough of Lambeth) was dismissed on 6 March 2023 by Inspector Willmer P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the architectural integrity of the host property and the terrace of which it is part.
erection of roof extension in front roof slope
- Authority
- London Borough of Lambeth
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Willmer P
- Postcode
- SW16 5BD
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the architectural integrity of the host property and the terrace of which it is part
What decided it
The proposed dormer would be an uncharacteristic and incongruous addition causing significant harm to the architectural integrity of the host property and terrace, contrary to Policy Q11 and the SPD.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy Q11Building Alterations and Extensions SPD
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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