Planning appeal decision
11 Causton Cottages Galsworthy Avenue, London, E14 7QN
Planning appeal 3350210 at 11 Causton Cottages Galsworthy Avenue, London, E14 7QN (London Borough of Tower Hamlets) was dismissed on 18 December 2024 by Inspector Poole S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed front dormer on the character and appearance of the host building.
a loft conversion with the enlargement of the existing rear & front dormers
- Authority
- London Borough of Tower Hamlets
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Poole S
- Postcode
- E14 7QN
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed front dormer on the character and appearance of the host building
What decided it
The proposed front dormer would be an incongruous addition that severely disrupts the symmetrical arrangement and unified character of the terrace, contrary to design policies.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy S.DH1 Tower Hamlets Local Plan 2031Policy D3 London Plan 2021
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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