4 More Close, Purley, Croydon, CR8 2JN

Planning appeal 3341899 at 4 More Close, Purley, Croydon, CR8 2JN (London Borough of Croydon) was dismissed on 5 February 2025 by Inspector Francis M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, including trees.

the demolition of existing dwelling and the construction of a part-three/part four storey building to accommodate 9 flats with associated vehicular access, vehicle and cycle parking and refuse provision along with hard and soft landscaping

Authority: London Borough of Croydon
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Francis M
Postcode: CR8 2JN

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, including trees
the effect of the proposal on the living conditions of future occupiers with regards to outlook, daylight and privacy
whether the proposal would provide satisfactory parking arrangements and promote the use of sustainable transport
whether there are appropriate measures for waste disposal

What decided it

The significant harm to the character and appearance of the area through the scale and design of the building combined with the risk to the long-term health of protected trees, together with inadequate living conditions for future occupiers and unsatisfactory parking and waste arrangements, outweighed the benefits of providing additional housing.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy D3Policy DM10Policy SP4Policy DM28Policy SP7Policy G7Policy T6Policy DF1Policy T4Policy GG3Policy SP8Policy DM29Policy DM30Policy T2Policy T5Policy DM16Policy T3Policy D1Policy DM13Policy SP2

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