Planning appeal decision
30C Hackford Road, London, Greater London, SW9 0RF
Planning appeal 3321712 at 30C Hackford Road, London, Greater London, SW9 0RF (London Borough of Lambeth) was allowed on 17 November 2023 by Inspector Conde L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host building and surrounding area.
Replacement of existing single glazed wooden windows serving the second floor flat with UPVC double glazed windows
- Authority
- London Borough of Lambeth
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Conde L
- Postcode
- SW9 0RF
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host building and surrounding area
What decided it
The windows would be set significantly above pedestrian level with transient public views, and subject to a condition controlling precise detailing to match existing proportions and opening styles, the UPVC windows would not be discernible and would not harm the character and appearance of the host building or surrounding area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy Q5Policy Q11
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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