Planning appeal decision
751 High Road, London, N12 8LF
Planning appeal 3320505 at 751 High Road, London, N12 8LF (London Borough of Barnet) was dismissed on 1 November 2023 by Inspector Marigold O, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.
construction of a three-storey extension above existing building to provide 7no. self-contained flats and retention of the ground floor and basement for retail use. Associated amenity space, refuse and cycle storage
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Marigold O
- Postcode
- N12 8LF
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
- The living conditions of the occupiers of Nos 3, 5 and 7, with regard to outlook
- Whether the proposal makes adequate provision for vehicle and cycle parking
What decided it
The proposal's harmful effect on the character and appearance of the area through its excessive height and disruption of the established roofscape rhythm, combined with unresolved parking provision deficiencies, meant it conflicted with the Development Plan with no material considerations indicating otherwise.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- CS1CS5CS NPPFCS9DM01DM17D3T5T6.1
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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