Planning appeal decision
88 Thorpewood Avenue, London, SE26 4BY
Planning appeal 3323953 at 88 Thorpewood Avenue, London, SE26 4BY (London Borough of Lewisham) was allowed on 31 July 2023 by Inspector Roberts G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the locally listed host building and conservation area.
construction of a rear dormer, installation of three rooflights to the front roofslope, and changes to the front garden landscaping and access pathway
- Authority
- London Borough of Lewisham
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Roberts G
- Postcode
- SE26 4BY
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the locally listed host building and conservation area
What decided it
The proposed development would preserve the character and appearance of the conservation area and would not harm the locally listed building, as the dormer would be hidden from public view, the rooflights would be subordinate features, and the front garden works would enhance the property's appearance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- HC1Core Policy 15Core Policy 16DM Policy 30DM Policy 31DM Policy 36
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 189Paragraph 197Paragraph 199Paragraph 200Paragraph 202
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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