Planning appeal decision
147 Eastcote Lane, Harrow, HA2 8RR
Planning appeal 3316617 at 147 Eastcote Lane, Harrow, HA2 8RR (London Borough of Harrow) was allowed on 12 February 2025 by Inspector Walker A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the Council's decision to refuse the LDC application was well-founded.
demolition of existing house and erection of 3 storey block of flats. Appeal C: Ref APP/M5450/W/23/3331336 147 Eastcote Lane, South Harrow, Harrow HA2 8RR
- Authority
- London Borough of Harrow
- Appeal type
- ldc · Lawful Development Certificate
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Change of use
- Inspector
- Walker A
- Postcode
- HA2 8RR
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the Council's decision to refuse the LDC application was well-founded
What decided it
The proposed outbuilding, comprising a modestly expanded garage and additional space for a gym, home office and shower room, would be genuinely and reasonably required for the enjoyment of the family-sized dwelling and would not be excessive in scale, thus qualifying as incidental to the dwelling's enjoyment under Class E of the GPDO 2015.
What the Inspector cited
- Judgments
- Emin v SSE & Mid Sussex DC [1989]
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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