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Dismissed6 May 20253359746

5 Holmwood Close, Harrow, HA2 6JX

Planning appeal 3359746 at 5 Holmwood Close, Harrow, HA2 6JX (London Borough of Harrow) was dismissed on 6 May 2025 by Inspector Allan J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effects of the development upon the living conditions at 6 Holmwood Close with particular regard to visual impact and privacy.

the erection of a single and two-storey side to rear extension (Part demolition of detached garage) and raised rear patio

Authority
London Borough of Harrow
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Allan J
Postcode
HA2 6JX

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effects of the development upon the living conditions at 6 Holmwood Close with particular regard to visual impact and privacy
  • The effects of the development upon flood risk

What decided it

The development's height, depth, proximity and the raised patio created unacceptable overbearing impact and privacy harm to the neighbouring property at 6 Holmwood Close, conflicting with Policy DM1.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DM1 of the Harrow Development Management PoliciesPolicy GR1 of the emerging Harrow Local Plan 2021-2041

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