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Dismissed21 June 20233317715

11 Thurlow Park Road, London, SE21 8JB

Planning appeal 3317715 at 11 Thurlow Park Road, London, SE21 8JB (London Borough of Lambeth) was dismissed on 21 June 2023 by Inspector Rafiq F, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether prior approval should be granted with reference to the living conditions of neighbouring occupants with particular regard to sunlight and outlook.

the upwards extension to the property

Authority
London Borough of Lambeth
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Rafiq F
Postcode
SE21 8JB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • Whether prior approval should be granted with reference to the living conditions of neighbouring occupants with particular regard to sunlight and outlook
  • Whether prior approval should be granted with reference to the character and appearance of the dwelling and the area

What decided it

The proposal would result in a significant reduction in sunlight and harmful overbearing impact on neighbouring occupants' windows at close proximity, failing to comply with paragraph AA.2(3)(a)(i) of the GPDO relating to the impact on the amenity of adjoining premises.

What the Inspector cited

National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 130

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