58 Sevington Road, London, NW4 3RX

Planning appeal 3317259 at 58 Sevington Road, London, NW4 3RX (London Borough of Barnet) was dismissed on 5 September 2023 by Inspector Veevers A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.

Demolition of existing garage. Part single, part two storey side and rear extension. Roof extension including hip to gable, side and rear dormer windows and rooflights to front and rear roof slopes. Raised patio and associated steps to garden. Conversion of property from a 6-bedroom, 6 person Class C4 HMO to a 3- bedroom flat at ground floor level and a 5-bedroom, 5 person Class C4 HMO at upper floor levels. Provision of refuse and cycle storage

Authority: London Borough of Barnet
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Veevers A
Postcode: NW4 3RX

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
the living conditions of occupiers of neighbouring dwellings, with particular regard to noise and disturbance
the living conditions of occupiers of No. 56A Sevington Road, with particular regard to overlooking

What decided it

The proposal would unacceptably intensify the occupation and use of the property, resulting in a marked increase in activity and comings and goings that would harm the prevailing residential character of the area and the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers through noise, disturbance and overlooking.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: CS1CS5DM01DM04D3D14
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 11

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