12 CHESTNUT AVENUE, EDGWARE, LONDON, MIDDLESEX, HA8 7RA

conversion of garage into habitable space, internal alterations with associated external window/door changes, new roof light, first floor part upper/side extension, loft conversion with rear and side dormers and no. 5 roof lights

Authority: London Borough of Harrow
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: McGurk N

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the Canons Park Conservation Area

What decided it

The careful design, modest dimensions and setting-back of the proposed side dormer would preserve the character and appearance of the Canons Park Conservation Area by maintaining the distinctive visual presence of the host dwelling and conserving the green and spacious qualities of the estate.

Framework references: 56

Plan policies cited: London Plan (2021) Policy D3, London Plan (2021) Policy HC1, Development Management Policies (2013) Policy DM1, Development Management Policies (2013) Policy DM7, Harrow Core Strategy (2012) Policy CS1

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