53 Oxford Road South, London, W4 3DD

Planning appeal 3359310 at 53 Oxford Road South, London, W4 3DD (London Borough of Hounslow) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 22 July 2025 by Inspector Evans J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the scheme upon the character and appearance of the area, having particular regard to whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the conservation area.

loft conversion including changing the roof from hipped to gable and roof dormer. This is in addition to alteration of rear elevation window sizes to allow more natural light in the property. The existing property consists of 2 self-contained residential units, ground and first floor unit (No 53) and another lower ground unit (No 53A)

Authority: London Borough of Hounslow
Appeal type: householder · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Evans J
Postcode: W4 3DD

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the scheme upon the character and appearance of the area, having particular regard to whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the conservation area
the effect of the scheme upon the living conditions of future occupiers with particular regard to fire safety

What decided it

The loss of the hipped roof form and introduction of a gable end would harmfully and conspicuously unbalance the terrace, eroding its modest positive contribution to the conservation area's character, and the personal benefits of an additional bedroom could not outweigh this considerable heritage harm.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy CC1Policy CC2Policy CC4Policy SC7Policy D12

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