1 Ford Close, Harrow, HA1 4AX

the conversion of a single-family dwelling house into 2 no of self-contained flats and the erection of rear and side extension (as per planning approval)

Authority: London Borough of Harrow
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Deane G

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the appeal building or the local area
The effect of the proposed development on vehicle parking
Whether the proposal would provide satisfactory living conditions for the future occupiers of the new ground floor flat with regard to privacy and potential noise and general disturbance

What decided it

The sustainable location with excellent public transport connectivity and proximity to Harrow town centre meant that the proposal would not conflict with development plan policies requiring car parking restriction in well-connected areas, and the modest additional activity from the conversion would not cause significant harm to character, appearance or living conditions.

Plan policies cited: Policy CS1, Policy DM 1, Policy DM 26, Policy T6, Policy T6.1, Policy DM 42, Policy D6

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