Planning appeal decision
7 Brett Close, N16 0BN
Planning appeal 3323614 at 7 Brett Close, N16 0BN (London Borough of Hackney) was dismissed on 14 November 2023 by Inspector Lancaster K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether prior approval should be granted having regard to the external appearance of the dwellinghouse, including the design and architectural features of the principal elevation.
an “additional storey constructed on end of terrace dwelling house in materials of similar appearance to existing. Internal works as necessary for occupation and construction of storey
- Authority
- London Borough of Hackney
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Lancaster K
- Postcode
- N16 0BN
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether prior approval should be granted having regard to the external appearance of the dwellinghouse, including the design and architectural features of the principal elevation
What decided it
The proposed additional storey would create an unduly prominent and visually dominant addition that would result in significant harm to the appearance of the dwellinghouse and its contribution to the street scene, contrary to the Framework's requirement that upward extensions be consistent with the prevailing height and form of neighbouring properties.
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