Planning appeal decision
9 Harmsworth Way, London, N20 8JT
Planning appeal 3351212 at 9 Harmsworth Way, London, N20 8JT (London Borough of Barnet) was allowed on 16 May 2025 by Inspector Livingstone C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect that varying the condition would have on the character and appearance of the approved dwelling, including whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Totteridge Conservation Area.
demolition of the existing dwelling and erection of a new two storey dwelling with rooms in the roofspace. Associated refuse and recycling storage without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref 23/4553/FUL, dated 24 October 2023
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Livingstone C
- Postcode
- N20 8JT
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect that varying the condition would have on the character and appearance of the approved dwelling, including whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Totteridge Conservation Area
What decided it
The modest proportions of the two dormer windows and their alignment with feature brick sections would achieve a balanced and symmetrical appearance that would not appear as an inappropriate amendment to the originally approved design.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy D6 of the London Plan (2021)Policy CS5 of Barnet's Local Plan (Core Strategy) Development Plan Document 2012Policy DM01 of Barnet's Local Plan (Development Management Policies) Development Plan Document 2012Policy DM06 of Barnet's Local Plan (Development Management Policies) Development Plan Document 2012
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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