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Allowed22 December 20253372772

4 Ely Gardens, Ilford, IG1 3NQ

Planning appeal 3372772 at 4 Ely Gardens, Ilford, IG1 3NQ (London Borough of Redbridge) was allowed on 22 December 2025 by Inspector Everitt E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area.

described on the application form as “proposed ground and first floor side extension and first floor rear extension. Will be built of cavity wall with facing bricks to match existing. With hip roof. The front elevation porch will be extended. This proposal will allow for a study room and a family room to the ground floor, first floor will allow for ensuite to front and rear”

Authority
London Borough of Redbridge
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Everitt E
Postcode
IG1 3NQ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

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

What decided it

The proposed rear extension would appear subservient to the existing property and would not appear incongruous within the street scene, particularly given the similar existing extension at the adjacent property.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy LP26Policy LP30

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