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Allowed11 October 20233326701

25 Forest Ridge, Keston Park, Kent, BR2 6EG

Planning appeal 3326701 at 25 Forest Ridge, Keston Park, Kent, BR2 6EG (London Borough of Bromley) was allowed on 11 October 2023 by Inspector Pearce J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Keston Park Conservation Area.

the erection of 1.5 storey side extensions to northern and southern sides of existing dwelling including provision of basement plant room under pool changing room

Authority
London Borough of Bromley
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Pearce J
Postcode
BR2 6EG

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Keston Park Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposed extensions would be sympathetic additions that respect the character and appearance of the existing dwelling and the Keston Park Conservation Area, with limited visual effect on the street scene.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy 6Policy 8Policy 37Policy 41Policy 43Policy 73

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