Planning appeal decision
70 Eccleston Square, London, SW1V 1PJ
Planning appeal 3329824 at 70 Eccleston Square, London, SW1V 1PJ (City of Westminster Council) was dismissed on 24 April 2024 by Inspector Moore D, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposal would preserve a Grade II listed building, 53-74 Eccleston Square, and any of the features of special architectural or historic interest that it possesses.
replacement of the existing ‘double pitch’ roof structure to a single pitch with flat roof area, removal of existing felt coverings to parapet to be replaced by lead, new slate tiles to front and rear elevations”. Appeal B: APP/X5990/Y/23/3329825 70 Eccleston Square, London SW1V 1PJ
- Authority
- City of Westminster Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Moore D
- Postcode
- SW1V 1PJ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the proposal would preserve a Grade II listed building, 53-74 Eccleston Square, and any of the features of special architectural or historic interest that it possesses
- The extent to which it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Pimlico Conservation Area
What decided it
The loss of the historic double-pitched roof form and significant historic fabric, which failed to preserve the special interest of the Grade II listed building, could not be justified by the limited public benefits claimed and outweighed any advantages.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 38Policy 39Policy 40Policy PIM2Policy PIM3
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 205Paragraph 206Paragraph 208
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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