Opposite Junction Sunny Gardens, Great North Way, Hendon, London, NW4 1JB

Planning appeal 3316815 at Opposite Junction Sunny Gardens, Great North Way, Hendon, London, NW4 1JB (London Borough of Barnet) was allowed on 4 October 2023 by Inspector Francis M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the siting and appearance of the proposed installation on the character and appearance of the area and, if any harm would occur, whether this is outweighed by the need for the installation to be sited as proposed taking into account any suitable alternatives.

upgrade to the existing 10.0m high lamppost structure. It is proposed to install 18.0m high phase 7 monopole complete with wrapround cabinet to be installed on root foundation and associated ancillary works

Authority: London Borough of Barnet
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: telecoms · Other minor developments
Inspector: Francis M
Postcode: NW4 1JB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the siting and appearance of the proposed installation on the character and appearance of the area and, if any harm would occur, whether this is outweighed by the need for the installation to be sited as proposed taking into account any suitable alternatives

What decided it

The immediate environs of the site are very urban in character with numerous vertical elements, and the proposed monopole would not appear incongruous in this location despite being visible above the trees.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy DM01Policy DM18

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