Planning appeal decision
19A The Croft, Barnet, EN5 2TN
Planning appeal 3329617 at 19A The Croft, Barnet, EN5 2TN (London Borough of Barnet) was allowed on 12 December 2023 by Inspector Benson E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the appeal proposals on the appeal property and whether they would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Wood Street Conservation Area.
demolition of existing single storey conservatory to be replaced with a single storey rear extension. New roof including 2 no. rear facing dormer windows
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Benson E
- Postcode
- EN5 2TN
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the appeal proposals on the appeal property and whether they would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Wood Street Conservation Area
What decided it
The proposed extension would preserve the character and appearance of the Wood Street Conservation Area by complementing the host property through matching materials and architectural style while appearing subordinate to the main dwelling, and the raised roof with crown design would be acceptable in the context of the property's unique design and similar examples in the surrounding area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DM01Policy DM06Policy D3Policy HC1
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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