Planning appeal decision
56 Stockwell Park Road, Lambeth, London, SW9 0DA
Planning appeal 3327128 at 56 Stockwell Park Road, Lambeth, London, SW9 0DA (London Borough of Lambeth) was dismissed on 27 February 2024 by Inspector Parkin A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether the proposals would preserve a Grade II listed building.
replacement of existing side extension with a new enlarged extension. Replacement of existing rear extension with a new enlarged extension. External alterations including lowering the cill of the first floor window to the rear closet wing and replacement of concrete entrance steps with York stone (to match original) and replacement of plastic drainage pipes with cast-iron pipes. Internal alterations including re-instating lost original architectural detailing
- Authority
- London Borough of Lambeth
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Parkin A
- Postcode
- SW9 0DA
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- whether the proposals would preserve a Grade II listed building
- whether the proposals would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Stockwell Park Conservation Area
What decided it
The less than substantial harm to the significance of the listed building and conservation area caused by the substantial wrap-around extension and loss of historic fabric would not be outweighed by the relatively minor public benefits proposed.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy Q5Policy Q11Policy Q20Policy Q22Policy D4Policy HC1
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 206
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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