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Dismissed22 September 20253364644

56 Lessness Avenue, Bexleyheath, DA7 5SJ

Planning appeal 3364644 at 56 Lessness Avenue, Bexleyheath, DA7 5SJ (London Borough of Bexley) was dismissed on 22 September 2025 by Inspector Ellis D, 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.

construction of detached two storey two bedroom dwelling with associated soft and hard landscaping, bin storage, cycle storage and car parking facility

Authority
London Borough of Bexley
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Ellis D
Postcode
DA7 5SJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The proposed dwelling would appear cramped within its plot and out of keeping with the prevailing pattern of development in the area, causing significant harm to character and appearance that outweighs the limited housing and economic benefits.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy SP5Policy DP11Policy D3Policy D4

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