Planning appeal decision
26 Fitzjohn Avenue, Barnet, EN5 2HW
Planning appeal 3333803 at 26 Fitzjohn Avenue, Barnet, EN5 2HW (London Borough of Barnet) was dismissed on 24 June 2024 by Inspector Townend K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area.
erection of a detached house, associated parking, bin store and landscaping
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Townend K
- Postcode
- EN5 2HW
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area
What decided it
The proposed dwelling would appear cramped and contrived on the narrow plot, failing to respect the local pattern of development and spacing between buildings, thereby causing demonstrable harm to the character and appearance of the area that outweighs the limited benefits of providing one additional house.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS1Policy CS5Policy DM01Policy D3Barnet Local Plan Supplementary Planning Document: Residential Design Guidance paragraph 6.6
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 6.6
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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