Planning appeal decision
First Floor Flat, 45 Norwich Road, Thorton Heath, CR7 8NA
Planning appeal 3312828 at First Floor Flat, 45 Norwich Road, Thorton Heath, CR7 8NA (London Borough of Croydon) was dismissed on 13 November 2023 by Inspector Williams K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and wider area.
Proposed loft conversion comprising large dormer windows on the main rear roof slope and rear outrigger to create three bedroom accommodation over two floors
- Authority
- London Borough of Croydon
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Williams K
- Postcode
- CR7 8NA
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and wider area
What decided it
The proposed dormer extensions would be disproportionate, not subservient to the host building, and would disrupt the character and appearance of the terraced row, conflicting with Policy DM10 and Policy D3.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DM10Policy D3
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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