Somers Crescent Garages, 23 Southwick Street, London, W2 2PR

demolition of the existing standalone garages and erection of two new dwellings (Class C3) over two storeys, landscaping works and other associated works

Authority: City of Westminster Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Reid L

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Bayswater Conservation Area
the effect of the proposal on the quality and functionality of the communal garden of the Devonport building complex

What decided it

The proposal would fail to preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Bayswater Conservation Area by virtue of its two-storey design and siting behind the perimeter buildings, which would visually disrupt the established layout and diminish the positive contribution of the Devonport complex to the conservation area.

Framework references: 208

Plan policies cited: Policy 38, Policy 39, Policy 40, Policy 38C, Policy 12D

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