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Dismissed9 May 20253355236

13 Goulton Road, London, E5 8HA

Planning appeal 3355236 at 13 Goulton Road, London, E5 8HA (London Borough of Hackney) was dismissed on 9 May 2025 by Inspector Redford R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the borough's housing stock in relation to family housing.

the Change of use from residential to House in Multiple Occupation use 9 People (Sui Generis), and all associated works

Authority
London Borough of Hackney
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Change of use
Inspector
Redford R
Postcode
E5 8HA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed development on the borough's housing stock in relation to family housing
  • the effect on transport infrastructure with regard to car parking
  • whether it would provide adequate living standards in relation to rent levels and internal facilities

What decided it

The proposal would result in the loss of a family home to the detriment of the borough's housing stock without demonstrating that the property is unsuitable for family occupation or that HMO use is more necessary than the existing use.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
LP Policy LP12LP Policy LP22LP Policy LP14London Plan Policy H8London Plan Policy T6LP Policy LP45

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