Planning appeal decision
97 Harrowes Meade, Edgware, HA8 8RS
Planning appeal 3326817 at 97 Harrowes Meade, Edgware, HA8 8RS (London Borough of Barnet) was dismissed on 13 September 2023 by Inspector Eggleton P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect on the character and appearance of the area.
a part single, part two storey side and rear extension following demolition of the existing garage; and new front porch
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Eggleton P
- Postcode
- HA8 8RS
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect on the character and appearance of the area
What decided it
The proposal would result in poor design that harms the character and appearance of the area by closing the gap between properties and detracting from the distinctive design characteristics of the dwelling and street, contrary to local plan policies and design guidance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- CS5DM01 (a & b)
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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