68 Coniston Way, Hornchurch, RM12 5EH

Planning appeal 3350800 at 68 Coniston Way, Hornchurch, RM12 5EH (London Borough of Havering) was dismissed on 17 April 2025 by Inspector Williams K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether or not prior approval should be granted having regard to the effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of No 66, with particular regard to outlook and sunlight.

a single storey rear extension with an overall depth of 6m, a maximum height of 3.31m, and an eaves height of 3m. (Prior Approval)

Authority: London Borough of Havering
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Williams K
Postcode: RM12 5EH

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether or not prior approval should be granted having regard to the effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of No 66, with particular regard to outlook and sunlight

What decided it

The proposal would have a harmful effect on the living conditions of the occupiers of No 66 through a significant tunnelling effect, oppressive enclosure, and material reduction in sunlight, contrary to Policy 7 of the Havering Local Plan and NPPF paragraph 135.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy 7 of the Havering Local Plan 2016 – 2031
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 135

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