Planning appeal decision
135 Marsh Lane, London, NW7 4LG
Planning appeal 3331661 at 135 Marsh Lane, London, NW7 4LG (London Borough of Barnet) was dismissed on 19 June 2025 by Inspector Baxter C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the decision of the Council to refuse a certificate of lawful use or development was well-founded.
described as “erection of two outbuildings. Conversion of existing pool room into living accommodation
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- ldc · Lawful Development Certificate
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Baxter C
- Postcode
- NW7 4LG
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the decision of the Council to refuse a certificate of lawful use or development was well-founded
What decided it
The proposed outbuildings are disproportionate in size relative to the host dwelling and contain excessive floorspace that is not reasonably required for incidental purposes, failing to meet the test for permitted development under Class E of the GPDO.
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