®Planning appeal decision
7 Langdale Close, London, SE17 3UF
Planning appeal 3373691 at 7 Langdale Close, London, SE17 3UF (London Borough of Southwark) was dismissed on 9 January 2026 by Inspector Sylvester G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed front dormers on the character and appearance of the host building and area.
for the removal of the large single front dormer and the erection of two smaller front dormers to allow for windows to the loft bedrooms
- Authority
- London Borough of Southwark
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Sylvester G
- Postcode
- SE17 3UF
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed front dormers on the character and appearance of the host building and area
What decided it
The proposed dormers would be harmfully positioned and scaled relative to the host building's roof slope and heritage significance as a locally listed building, eroding its traditional architectural proportions and composition contrary to the development plan and NPPF.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy P13Policy P14Policy P15Policy P26Policy HC1Policy D3
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 135Paragraph 139
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.
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