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Dismissed10 December 20243353311

37 Church Way, Whetstone, Barnet, London, N20 0JZ

Planning appeal 3353311 at 37 Church Way, Whetstone, Barnet, London, N20 0JZ (London Borough of Barnet) was dismissed on 10 December 2024 by Inspector Dale A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effects of the proposed development upon the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the locality.

Infill single storey side extension with mono pitched roof. Two storey rear extension following demolition of the existing rear extensions. New rear patio. Roof extension with associated loft conversion, including crown roof, dormer windows to rear and both sides and 3 front roof lights. Conversion of existing garage into habitable room including insertion of window to replace existing door and infill side door. New render to front elevation. Fenestration changes to replace existing front windows with new windows and creation of new windows in flank walls with infill of existing first floor side window (Amended Description)

Authority
London Borough of Barnet
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Dale A
Postcode
N20 0JZ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effects of the proposed development upon the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the locality
  • The effects upon the visual and residential amenity of the neighbouring occupiers at 39 Church Way with regard to the potential for any visually obtrusive or overbearing effects

What decided it

The cumulative bulk, mass and design of the proposed extensions would be disrespectful of and inappropriate to the character and appearance of the existing dwelling and surroundings, conflicting with development plan policies requiring high quality design that respects local character.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DM01Policy CS1Policy CS5Policy D1

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