7 Graham Gardens, SURBITON, Kingston Upon Thames, KT6 6LT

for the part demolition of existing dwelling, erection of 2 new dwellings and associated access, bins and cycle provision

Authority: Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Redford R

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
the living conditions of the occupants of neighbouring properties
protected species, specifically bats

What decided it

The significant and demonstrable harm to character and appearance, living conditions of neighbours, and the unresolved risk to protected species outweighed the significant weight given to housing delivery benefits in circumstances of housing land supply shortfall.

The significant benefits of housing delivery and the Council's housing shortfall were outweighed by the significant harms to character and appearance, living conditions of neighbouring residents, and the unresolved impact on protected species.

Framework references: 11

Plan policies cited: CS8, DM10, DM11, DM6, LP Policy D3, LP Policy G6

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