Planning appeal decision
84 Princes Road, Romford, Essex, RM1 2SP
Planning appeal 3323983 at 84 Princes Road, Romford, Essex, RM1 2SP (London Borough of Havering) was allowed on 26 September 2023 by Inspector Jarvis P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The impact of the proposed extensions and roof alterations/dormers on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and wider area.
Single storey side/rear extension, loft conversion with dormers to side and rear, and erection of outbuilding to rear following demolition of existing garage/outbuilding
- Authority
- London Borough of Havering
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Jarvis P
- Postcode
- RM1 2SP
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The impact of the proposed extensions and roof alterations/dormers on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and wider area
What decided it
The set-back position and limited visibility of the proposed dormers in the street scene, combined with the precedent of similar contemporary extensions in the wider area, meant the development would not unacceptably harm the character and appearance of the host dwelling and wider area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 7Policy 26
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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