66 Northfield Avenue, West Ealing, W13 9RR

Planning appeal 3328680 at 66 Northfield Avenue, West Ealing, W13 9RR (London Borough of Ealing) was allowed on 1 May 2024 by Inspector James A, 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.

part change of use from dry cleaners (class E) to residential (C3); two storey rear extension, dormer formation; conversion to provide 4 residential units

Authority: London Borough of Ealing
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Change of use
Inspector: James A
Postcode: W13 9RR

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
the effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of neighbouring occupants of 68 Northfield Avenue, having particular regard to enclosure
whether the proposed development would provide acceptable living conditions for future occupants of Unit 1, with regard to daylight and sunlight
whether the reduction in size of the commercial floor space would affect the operation and viability of this unit

What decided it

The proposal accords with development plan policies and the Framework on all four main issues, with the extension being well-designed, neighbouring amenity protected, future resident amenity acceptable, and commercial viability maintained.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy 7.4Policy 7BPolicy 1.1Policy 1.2Policy D3Policy D4Policy 3.5Policy 7DPolicy D6Policy 4APolicy E2
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 57

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