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Allowed22 September 20253359553

242 Hillcross Avenue , Morden , SM4 4ET

Planning appeal 3359553 at 242 Hillcross Avenue , Morden , SM4 4ET (London Borough of Merton) was allowed on 22 September 2025 by Inspector Mansfield T, 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.

‘Dropped kerb/crossover to front garden of the location on a Classified Road. Permission has been granted by the Highways Department. A hardstanding will be constructed on the front garden in compliance with Permitted Development. ’

Authority
London Borough of Merton
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
utilities-energy · Householder developments
Inspector
Mansfield T
Postcode
SM4 4ET

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
  • the effect of the proposed development on highway safety

What decided it

The Highway Authority's assessment that the proposal was acceptable and the Inspector's satisfaction that appropriate visibility splays could be secured by condition, combined with the limited visual impact on the character of the area given the narrow verge at this location.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy D12.1Policy D12.3Policy D12.4Policy T16.1Policy T16.3Policy O15.1Policy O15.3

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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The authority’s record since 2016 · every decision in 2025

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