62 Spencer Road, Harrow, HA3 7AR

Planning appeal 3343517 at 62 Spencer Road, Harrow, HA3 7AR (London Borough of Harrow) was dismissed on 14 January 2025 by Inspector Jones H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether appropriate living conditions would be provided for the future occupiers of proposed Flat 4 with particular reference to the matters of internal space, outlook, light and ventilation.

conversion of dwelling into four flats (1 X studio, 2 X 1 bed and 1 X 2 bed); single and two storey side extension; single storey rear extension; rear dormer; external alterations; separate amenity space; bin and cycle stores

Authority: London Borough of Harrow
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Jones H
Postcode: HA3 7AR

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether appropriate living conditions would be provided for the future occupiers of proposed Flat 4 with particular reference to the matters of internal space, outlook, light and ventilation
The effects of the proposed development upon the character and appearance of the area, with specific regard to the subdivision of the garden

What decided it

The failure of Flat 4 to meet the minimum internal space standards required by London Plan Policy D6, particularly in respect of floorspace, built-in storage and ceiling height, means appropriate living conditions would not be provided for future occupiers, and no material consideration of sufficient weight overrides this policy conflict.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy D6Policy D3Policy DM1Policy DM26Policy DM27
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 231

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