31 West Heath Avenue, Golders Green, London, NW11 7QJ

Planning appeal 3351986 at 31 West Heath Avenue, Golders Green, London, NW11 7QJ (London Borough of Barnet) was allowed on 4 February 2025 by Inspector Callister V, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect on the character and appearance of the appeal dwelling and that of the local area.

a part single, part two storey rear extension with associated alterations to rear patio following demolition of conservatory. Alterations to designs of rear balcony and front porch. Alterations and extensions to roof including raising of the existing crown roof and ridge height by 500mm 2no. rear dormer windows, 3no.rooflights on the crown roof and removal of 2no. chimney stacks. Conversion of garage into habitable room including new window to replace garage door. Changes to fenestration including insertion of new windows to side elevations an d replacement of existing windows and doors

Authority: London Borough of Barnet
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Callister V
Postcode: NW11 7QJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect on the character and appearance of the appeal dwelling and that of the local area
The living conditions of neighbouring residential occupiers

What decided it

The limited height increase of 0.5 metres replicating the existing crown roof form would appear as a minor, subordinate addition that would not dominate the dwelling or harm the character of the area or living conditions of neighbours.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: CS1CS5DM01D3
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 12

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