Planning appeal decision
8 The Crossways, Hounslow, TW5 0JL
Planning appeal 3340166 at 8 The Crossways, Hounslow, TW5 0JL (London Borough of Hounslow) was allowed on 8 October 2024 by Inspector Goldberg V, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether the development is ancillary to the main dwelling house.
described is a ‘retrospective ancillary annexe’
- Authority
- London Borough of Hounslow
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Goldberg V
- Postcode
- TW5 0JL
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- whether the development is ancillary to the main dwelling house
- the effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area
- the effect of the development on the living conditions of the occupiers of 6 and 10 The Crossways, with reference to noise and disturbance
What decided it
The imposition of a condition restricting the use to ancillary purposes, combined with the building's modest size and position, ensures compliance with local plan policies and prevents potential future harm.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy SC7Policy CC1Policy CC2
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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