83 Crossways, Gidea Park, Romford, essex, RM2 6AS

renewal of 18 windows and 1 rear patio door from single glaze wood sash to double glaze PVC-U wood effect sash, repainting of exterior and the trimming back of an overhanging Horse Chestnut tree by 30% - 40%

Authority: London Borough of Havering
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Ollerenshaw M

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and the area, including the effect on an existing tree, and whether or not it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Gidea Park Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposed uPVC windows would harm the historic integrity of the property and fail to preserve or enhance the character of the Gidea Park Conservation Area, and the minor public benefits do not outweigh this identified harm.

Framework references: 208

Plan policies cited: Policy 26, Policy 27, Policy 28, Policy HC1

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