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Allowed28 October 20243338722

79 Plaistow Grove, Bromley, BR1 3PB

Planning appeal 3338722 at 79 Plaistow Grove, Bromley, BR1 3PB (London Borough of Bromley) was allowed on 28 October 2024 by Inspector Lawrence R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed roof dormer on the character and appearance of the area.

Conversion of existing duplex flats above no. 12 and no. 14 Plaistow Lane into 4 no self-contained studio flats. Erection of new rear roof dormer across rear roof slope of both properties to create a new studio flat within the loft. New bin and bike store in rear garden area

Authority
London Borough of Bromley
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Lawrence R
Postcode
BR1 3PB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed roof dormer on the character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The proposed roof dormer, being appropriately set back and of minor extension to the existing roof profile, would not unduly detract from the appearance and rhythm of the roofscape and would sit comfortably within the wider roofscape.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy 4 of the Bromley Local Plan (2019)Policy 37 of the Bromley Local Plan (2019)Policy D3 of the London Plan (2021)

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