Planning appeal decision
Rahat, Pine Close, Kenley, CR8 5HX
Planning appeal 3326983 at Rahat, Pine Close, Kenley, CR8 5HX (London Borough of Croydon) was allowed on 27 February 2024 by Inspector Thomas M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area with particular regard to the existing pattern and design of development in the surrounding area.
the demolition of the existing dwelling and erection of 3 dwellings with associated access, parking, landscaping and site infrastructure. S
- Authority
- London Borough of Croydon
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Thomas M
- Postcode
- CR8 5HX
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area with particular regard to the existing pattern and design of development in the surrounding area
What decided it
The proposed development would not unduly harm character and appearance through its varied orientation, different land levels, and appropriate siting behind landscaped communal gardens, combined with the policy support for using previously-developed land for housing.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- London Plan 2021 Policy D3London Plan 2021 Policy D4London Plan Policy D12Croydon Local Plan 2018 Policy SP4Croydon Local Plan 2018 Policy DM10
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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