2a Durham Road, Manor Park, London, London, E12 5AX

Planning appeal 3359301 at 2a Durham Road, Manor Park, London, London, E12 5AX (London Borough of Newham) was dismissed on 18 June 2025 by Inspector Simms S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, including the Conservation Area.

an extension at roof level to create 2 no. further flats

Authority: London Borough of Newham
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Other minor developments
Inspector: Simms S
Postcode: E12 5AX

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, including the Conservation Area
the living conditions of the occupiers of 41 and 43 Manor Park Road with particular regard to outlook and enclosure

What decided it

The less than substantial harm to the character and appearance of the Durham Road Conservation Area, caused by the visible additional height without mitigating enhancement or characteristic features, outweighed the benefits of housing supply and sustainability.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: London Plan (2021) Policy D3London Plan (2021) Policy D4London Plan (2021) Policy D8London Plan (2021) Policy HC1London Borough of Newham Local Plan (2018) Policy SP1London Borough of Newham Local Plan (2018) Policy SP3London Borough of Newham Local Plan (2018) Policy SP5London Borough of Newham Local Plan (2018) Policy SP8

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