Planning appeal decision
15 Westbourne Road, Islington, London, N7 8AN
Planning appeal 3341023 at 15 Westbourne Road, Islington, London, N7 8AN (London Borough of Islington) was allowed on 16 August 2024 by Inspector Clark L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and sustainability of the conservation area.
change of use from Class E (commercial) to Class (C3) dwelling for the unit located at ground floor and basement, for a single (1 bed 2 person) dwelling
- Authority
- London Borough of Islington
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Clark L
- Postcode
- N7 8AN
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and sustainability of the conservation area
What decided it
The predominantly residential character of Westbourne Road and the terrace, combined with existing nearby conversions from retail to residential, means the loss of this single commercial unit would not significantly change the character or sustainability of the conservation area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy R5 of Islington Local Plan Strategic and Development Management Policies 2023
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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