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Allowed2 February 20243323429

The Hanbury, 33 Linton Street, Islington, London, N1 7DU

Change of use of Upper Floors of Public House consisting of ancillary Public House accommodation (disused function room and manager's flat) into Class C1 Guesthouse Rooms ancillary to the primary function of the Public House

Authority
London Borough of Islington
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
leisure-sport · Change of use
Inspector
Bridgwater J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • Whether the proposal would impact the long-term function and viability of the public house
  • Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Arlington Square Conservation Area

What decided it

The Financial Feasibility Review demonstrated that the ancillary guest accommodation would provide a reliable and meaningful income stream to support the long-term viability of the public house without undermining its primary function.

Plan policies cited: Policy R1, Policy R11, Policy R12, Policy PLAN1, Policy DH1, Policy DH2

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