Planning appeal decision
95 Vera Avenue, London, N21 1RN
Planning appeal 3321929 at 95 Vera Avenue, London, N21 1RN (London Borough of Enfield) was dismissed on 18 September 2023 by Inspector Callister V, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect on the character and appearance of the appeal dwelling and that of the local area.
a part two storey, part first floor rear extension, two storey side extension together with extension to roof to allow conversion of loft into habitable space with front and side roof lights
- Authority
- London Borough of Enfield
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Callister V
- Postcode
- N21 1RN
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect on the character and appearance of the appeal dwelling and that of the local area
- The living conditions of neighbouring residential occupiers
What decided it
The proximity of the two storey side extension to the boundary and its resulting overbearing effect on neighbouring living conditions, combined with its incongruous appearance within the local area character, constituted substantial harm that could not be justified.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- CP30DMD6DMD8DMD11DMD13DMD14DMD37D3D6D8
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 130
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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