Land Rear of 61-63 Rothbury Avenue, Rainham, RM13 9HY

Planning appeal 3359956 at Land Rear of 61-63 Rothbury Avenue, Rainham, RM13 9HY (London Borough of Havering) was dismissed on 1 September 2025 by Inspector Kemmann-Lane 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.

the erection of a single storey 1xbed bungalow to the rear of 61 and 63 Rothbury Avenue

Authority: London Borough of Havering
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Kemmann-Lane T
Postcode: RM13 9HY

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
the quality of the living conditions and amenity of future occupants of the development
whether the proposal would result in safe movement access/egress from the highway with regard to visibility splays, turning areas and fire emergency vehicle access

What decided it

The proposal fails to meet the quality of accommodation and design standards required for sustainable development, such that the modest contribution to housing supply cannot overcome the adverse effects on character and appearance and living conditions.

The modest contribution of the proposed dwelling to the housing supply was outweighed by the adverse effect on character and appearance of the area and the failure to provide satisfactory living conditions and amenity for future occupants.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy 10
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 79Paragraph 73

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