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Dismissed22 May 20233317401

48 Farnborough Avenue, South Croydon, CR2 8HD

Planning appeal 3317401 at 48 Farnborough Avenue, South Croydon, CR2 8HD (London Borough of Croydon) was dismissed on 22 May 2023 by Inspector Glassar S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the dwelling and wider area.

the erection of two-storey side extension. Erection of hip- to-gable roof alterations with rear dormer. Erection of a new porch

Authority
London Borough of Croydon
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Glassar S
Postcode
CR2 8HD

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the dwelling and wider area

What decided it

The combination of a two-storey side extension, hip-to-gable alteration, and rear dormer would create a bulky and inelegant addition that harms the character and appearance of both the dwelling and the wider spacious area, contrary to local plan policies requiring positive response to local character.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy D3 of the London Plan (2021)Policy SP4.1 of the Croydon Local Plan (2018)Policy DM10 of the Croydon Local Plan (2018)

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