Planning appeal decision
40 Selborne Gardens, London, NW4 4SJ
Planning appeal 3356069 at 40 Selborne Gardens, London, NW4 4SJ (London Borough of Barnet) was allowed on 16 May 2025 by Inspector Gravett R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether the appeal property is a suitable location for the proposed development having regard to the development plan.
Conversion of dwelling into 2no. self-contained flats. First floor extension at rear with increase in dormer height. Associated amenity space, refuse storage, cycle provision and car parking
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Gravett R
- Postcode
- NW4 4SJ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- whether the appeal property is a suitable location for the proposed development having regard to the development plan
- the effect of the proposed first floor extension on the living conditions of the neighbours at 42 Selborne Gardens, with particular regard outlook and natural light
What decided it
The appeal property's location within 800m walking distance of Hendon Town Centre boundary and the proposed extension's compliance with design guidance regarding neighbour amenity, particularly outlook and natural light, satisfied the main policy requirements.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
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- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 57
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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