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Allowed22 November 20233318630

Land to r/o 2 Ashfield Road, London, W3 7JJ

described as, ‘proposal to provide a new, detached part- submerged two-storey private dwellinghouse on land to the rear of 2 Ashfield Road

Authority
London Borough of Ealing
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Teasdale N

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area
  • The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of existing neighbouring occupiers in terms of outlook and privacy
  • Whether the proposed development would provide acceptable living conditions for future occupiers in terms of daylight/sunlight and outlook

What decided it

The part-submerged design and limited height relative to the existing outbuilding, combined with carefully positioned windows that minimise overlooking while maintaining adequate light and outlook for future occupiers, satisfied all three main issues and justified allowing the appeal.

Plan policies cited: Policy 7.4, Policy 7B, Policy D3, Policy 1.1, Policy 1.2, Policy 4.1

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