Planning appeal decision
546-548 Romford Road, London, E12 5AF
Planning appeal 3314417 at 546-548 Romford Road, London, E12 5AF (London Borough of Newham) was dismissed on 25 September 2023 by Inspector Allen K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether, having regard to local and national policy, the proposal would undermine the vitality and viability of town and local centres.
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- Authority
- London Borough of Newham
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- retail · Minor retail and services
- Inspector
- Allen K
- Postcode
- E12 5AF
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- whether, having regard to local and national policy, the proposal would undermine the vitality and viability of town and local centres
- the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and the area
What decided it
The proposal would undermine the vitality and viability of town and local centres by extending a retail use in an out-of-centre location without adequate justification, and would harm the character and appearance of the area through its bulky and dominant appearance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
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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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