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Dismissed29 June 20263374552

14 & 15 Waldo Close, Clapham, London, SW4 9EY

Planning appeal 3374552 at 14 & 15 Waldo Close, Clapham, London, SW4 9EY (London Borough of Lambeth) was dismissed on 29 June 2026 by Inspector Ellis D, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host property.

rear extension to number 14 Waldo Close and new storey above garage of both number 14 and 15 Waldo Close to provide an ensuite bedroom for each property

Authority
London Borough of Lambeth
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Other minor developments
Inspector
Ellis D
Postcode
SW4 9EY

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host property
  • the living conditions of the occupiers of 13 and 14 Waldo Close with particular regard to outlook and light

What decided it

The proposal would cause significant harm to the character and appearance of the host property and to the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers through enclosure, overbearing impact and overshadowing, conflicting with Policies Q11 and GP2 of the Lambeth Local Plan.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy Q11Policy GP2

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