®Planning appeal decision
44 Beckenham Lane, Bromley, BR2 0DQ
the erection of a single 2 bedroom dwellinghouse
- Authority
- London Borough of Bromley
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Courtney T
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Shortlands Village Conservation Area
What decided it
The harm to the character and appearance of the designated Shortlands Village Conservation Area, identified as less than substantial but of considerable importance and weight, was not outweighed by the limited public benefits of a single dwelling, and provided a clear reason for refusal under paragraph 11(d)(i) of the Framework notwithstanding the Council's inability to demonstrate a 5-year housing land supply.
The limited public benefits arising from the provision of a single dwelling and associated social and economic benefits were outweighed by the significant conflict with Framework policies protecting the designated heritage asset of the conservation area, resulting in dismissal despite the tilted balance being displaced by heritage considerations.
Framework references: 11, 203, 205, 206, 208, 209
Plan policies cited: London Plan (2021) Policy D3, London Plan (2021) Policy H2, London Plan (2021) Policy HC1, Bromley Local Plan Policy 4, Bromley Local Plan Policy 37, Bromley Local Plan Policy 39, Bromley Local Plan Policy 41
The main issues and the deciding factor are read from the published letter by Town Planner Pro; the letter itself is the record. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Research, not advice.