Planning appeal decision
Flat 3, 10 Hilltop Road, London, NW6 2PY
Planning appeal 3327893 at Flat 3, 10 Hilltop Road, London, NW6 2PY (London Borough of Camden) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 16 April 2024 by Inspector Douglas L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area.
Without planning permission: Replacement of 5 x timber windows on the front elevation at first floor level with UPVC windows
- Authority
- London Borough of Camden
- Appeal type
- enforcement · Enforcement Notice
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Douglas L
- Postcode
- NW6 2PY
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area
- Whether the development is environmentally sustainable
What decided it
The UPVC framed windows with their thick white frames and casement opening mechanisms materially affect the external appearance of the building and terrace, causing harm to character and appearance contrary to Policy D1 and Policy 2, with no material considerations justifying permission.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy D1 of the Camden Local Plan (2017)Policy 2 of the Fortune Green and West Hampstead Neighbourhood Plan (2015)Policy CC1 of the Camden Local Plan
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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