Planning appeal decision
Larch Mead, 32 Plough Lane, Purley, CR8 3QA
Planning appeal 3327095 at Larch Mead, 32 Plough Lane, Purley, CR8 3QA (London Borough of Croydon) was dismissed on 8 May 2024 by Inspector Veevers A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development upon the character and appearance of the area.
alterations to land levels, erection of a terrace of 3 two storey houses to the rear of Larch Mead 32 Plough Lane with associated refuse and bike stores, formation of vehicular access and provision of associated parking
- Authority
- London Borough of Croydon
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Veevers A
- Postcode
- CR8 3QA
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development upon the character and appearance of the area
- Whether the proposed development would provide acceptable living conditions for future occupiers, with particular regard to internal layout and outlook
What decided it
The significant harm to the character and appearance of the area caused by the cramped, high-density development that would be conspicuous and out of keeping with the spacious, verdant character of the surrounding area outweighed the modest benefits of providing three new family dwellings.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy SP4Policy DM10Policy DM10.1Policy DM10.4Policy DM10.5Policy SP2.8Policy D3Policy D4Policy D6
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 11
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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