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Notice varied and upheld30 January 20253321482

37 Octavia Close, Mitcham, CR4 4BY

Planning appeal 3321482 at 37 Octavia Close, Mitcham, CR4 4BY (London Borough of Merton) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 30 January 2025 by Inspector Howell M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area, including the preservation or enhancement of the Wandle Valley Conservation Area.

without planning permission the unauthorised erection of a front porch on the land

Authority
London Borough of Merton
Appeal type
enforcement · Enforcement Notice
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Howell M
Postcode
CR4 4BY

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area, including the preservation or enhancement of the Wandle Valley Conservation Area

What decided it

The porch's projection and infilling of the recessed spaces disrupts the distinctive uniformity and design pattern of the 1970s estate, causing less than substantial harm to the Conservation Area that is not justified by the limited public benefits.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy N3.1Policy D12.1Policy D12.2Policy D12.3Policy D12.4Policy D12.5
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 215

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