Flat 2, Tyne House, Samuel Gray Gardens, KINGSTON UPON THAMES, KT2 5UZ

a proposed balcony extension and all associated works at Flat 2, Tyne House Samuel Gray Gardens KT2 5UZ

Authority: Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames
Appeal type: householder · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Goldberg V

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and the Thames–Side Strategic Area of Special Character
the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring properties in respect of outlook and privacy

What decided it

The proposed enclosure of the open balcony would harmfully erode the cohesive character and design integrity of the Thames-Side Strategic Area of Special Character, appearing stark and visually harmful from public viewpoints, which outweighed the limited benefit of additional private amenity space.

Framework references: 209

Plan policies cited: Policy CS8, Policy DM10, Policy D12, Policy HC1

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