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Dismissed31 July 20243328373

Tower Bridge Wharf, 86 St Katharines Way, London, E1 2UL

Planning appeal 3328373 at Tower Bridge Wharf, 86 St Katharines Way, London, E1 2UL (London Borough of Tower Hamlets) was dismissed on 31 July 2024 by Inspector McDonagh C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effects of varying the condition on access to designated Public Open Space and pedestrian networks.

‘installation of gates either side of Tower Bridge Wharf’ without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref PA/03/01493, dated 3 February 2004

Authority
London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
other · Other minor developments
Inspector
McDonagh C
Postcode
E1 2UL

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effects of varying the condition on access to designated Public Open Space and pedestrian networks
  • Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Tower Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposal would harm active lifestyles and sustainable transport through reduced access to Public Open Space and pedestrian networks, contrary to local and London Plan policies, and would not effectively address anti-social behaviour concerns.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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