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Dismissed13 May 20253360545

69 Belsize Lane, London, NW3 5AU

Planning appeal 3360545 at 69 Belsize Lane, London, NW3 5AU (London Borough of Camden) was dismissed on 13 May 2025 by Inspector Cleary D, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the building and whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Belsize Conservation Area.

the demolition of existing pitched roof. Proposed new raised roof and formation of a second floor to provide 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms

Authority
London Borough of Camden
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Cleary D
Postcode
NW3 5AU

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the building and whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Belsize Conservation Area

What decided it

The harmful effect on the character and appearance of the Belsize Conservation Area caused by the prominent, box-like roof extension that would disrupt the established roofline and rhythm of the building group outweighs the limited public benefits of improved residential accommodation.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy D1 Camden Local Plan 2017Policy D2 Camden Local Plan 2017
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 215

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