®Planning appeal decision
26 New Road, LONDON, E1 2AX
change of use from Dwelling house (C3) of the lower ground, first and second floor levels to x4 bedrooms HMO (C4) with a kitchenette at lower ground unit and shared kitchen for first and second floor units, minor alterations to include reconfiguration of layout to accommodate the HMO. Cycle parking provisions at lower ground and ground floors, introduction of metal staircase to the front light-well and gate to provide access to the lower ground HMO unit, x 8 roof lights on the rear flat roof and other minor associated works
- Authority
- London Borough of Tower Hamlets
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Change of use
- Inspector
- O'Brien L
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the proposals on the housing stock in the area with particular regard to relevant adopted local planning policies
- whether the proposals would provide satisfactory living conditions for future occupiers of the proposed units with particular regard to space, outlook and light
- whether the proposals would preserve the listed building or any features of special architectural or historic interest it possesses and whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the conservation area
What decided it
The cumulative effect of harm to the designated heritage assets, inadequate living conditions for future occupiers, and adverse impact on the supply of family housing units could not be overcome by the limited public benefits of the proposals.
Framework references: 215
Plan policies cited: Policy S.H1, Policy D.H7, Policy D.H3, Policy D.DH8, Policy S.DH3, Policy S.DH1
The main issues and the deciding factor are read from the published letter by Town Planner Pro; the letter itself is the record. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Research, not advice.