Planning appeal decision
132 Coombe Lane West, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7DD
Planning appeal 3347475 at 132 Coombe Lane West, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7DD (Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames) was allowed on 1 October 2024 by Inspector Allan J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal upon the character and appearance of the area.
the erection of a new part single-storey part 2-storey side extension to west side of existing house, single-storey infill, new 1st floor side extension to east side of house, cosmetic alterations and alterations to fenestration, and alterations to landscaping
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Allan J
- Postcode
- KT2 7DD
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal upon the character and appearance of the area
What decided it
The recessed position of the first-floor additions and the retention of adequate separation distances to the side boundaries, combined with the existing diversity of building sizes and plot widths in the area, meant the extensions would not appear incongruous or harm the spacious and verdant character of the locality.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS8Policy DM10The London Plan 2021 Policy HC1
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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