Planning appeal decision
82 Northcote Road, London, SW11 6QN
Planning appeal 3356607 at 82 Northcote Road, London, SW11 6QN (London Borough of Wandsworth) was allowed on 24 February 2026 by Inspector Watson S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the first-floor roof terrace upon the living conditions of the occupiers of 72 Bennerley Road with particular regard to privacy, noise and disturbance.
Alterations including the erection of a mansard roof extension to the main rear roof and second and first floor extensions above the back additions to provide two 1-bedroom and one 2-bedroom flats. Formation of roof terrace at first and second floor levels with 1.7m high screen surround
- Authority
- London Borough of Wandsworth
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Watson S
- Postcode
- SW11 6QN
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the first-floor roof terrace upon the living conditions of the occupiers of 72 Bennerley Road with particular regard to privacy, noise and disturbance.
What decided it
The roof terrace is adequately screened, does not cause unacceptable overlooking due to the geometry of the neighbouring window, and is consistent with the common presence of roof terraces in the surrounding urban area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy LP2 of the Wandsworth Local Plan (2023)
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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