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Allowed21 February 20243325337

48 Barnet Gate Lane, Barnet, EN5 2AB

Planning appeal 3325337 at 48 Barnet Gate Lane, Barnet, EN5 2AB (London Borough of Barnet) was allowed on 21 February 2024 by Inspector Livingstone C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed dwelling on the character and appearance of the area.

demolition of existing dwelling and replaced with a new dwelling, new metal fence on the front garden with new planting/landscaping, new bike storage, new associated level patio with steps

Authority
London Borough of Barnet
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Livingstone C
Postcode
EN5 2AB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed dwelling on the character and appearance of the area
  • The effect of the proposed dwelling on the living conditions of the occupants of Nos. 46 and 50 Barnet Gate Lane with particular regard to outlook, sunlight and daylight

What decided it

The proposed dwelling's scale, massing and modern design would respond well to local distinctiveness and reflect the character of the area, while its position and design would not result in harmful effects on the living conditions of neighbouring occupants in terms of outlook, daylight and sunlight.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy D3Policy D4Policy D6Policy CSNPPFPolicy CS1Policy CS5Policy DM01Policy DM02
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 56

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