®Planning appeal decision
2 the Drive, London, E18 2BL
Planning appeal 3368268 at 2 the Drive, London, E18 2BL (London Borough of Redbridge) was dismissed on 23 September 2025 by Inspector Marriott H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposed development would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Snaresbrook Conservation Area.
‘L shaped rear dormer loft conversion, internal alterations, solar panels and all associated works at 2 The Drive, E18 2BL ’
- Authority
- London Borough of Redbridge
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Marriott H
- Postcode
- E18 2BL
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the proposed development would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Snaresbrook Conservation Area
What decided it
The proposed dormer's boxy horizontal form, contrasting materials, and dominant appearance would harm the character and appearance of the conservation area, and the limited public benefits would not outweigh this less than substantial harm to the designated heritage asset.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- LP26LP30LP33
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 215
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
See how each was appliedThe decision letter
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The main issues, what decided it, the planning balance and the policies and judgments listed as cited are read from the published letter by Town Planner Pro and are our summary, not the Inspector’s words; the letter itself is the record. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Research, not advice.