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Allowed15 August 20253362737

Flat E, 56 Kenninghall Road, London, E5 8BY

Planning appeal 3362737 at Flat E, 56 Kenninghall Road, London, E5 8BY (London Borough of Hackney) was allowed on 15 August 2025 by Inspector Unwin N, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the existing building and surrounding area.

Full planning permission for additional floor to accommodate 1x bedroom, storage and ensuite bathroom

Authority
London Borough of Hackney
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Other minor developments
Inspector
Unwin N
Postcode
E5 8BY

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the existing building and surrounding area

What decided it

The proposal would remain subservient to the much larger three-storey terraced properties and flatted developments, preserving their contribution to the character and appearance of the area, and would not conflict with development plan policies requiring development to respond to local character and context.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy D4 of the London Plan (2021)Policy LP1 of the Hackney Local Plan 2033 (2020)

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