55 Belgrave Gardens, Westminster, London, NW8 0RE

demolition of existing family dwelling and construction of new 3 storey dwelling + basement

Authority: City of Westminster Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Jones H

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effects of the development on the living conditions of occupiers within Pamela Hay House, with specific regard to their outlook
Whether the development complies with the relevant development plan policies which relate to limiting energy use and waste, carbon emission minimisation and sustainable design principles
Whether the development is required to contribute towards the provision of affordable housing, and, if so, whether appropriate arrangements have been made

What decided it

The development conflicts with the development plan as a whole in relation to living conditions, sustainable design and affordable housing, and material considerations do not indicate the appeal should be decided otherwise.

Plan policies cited: Policy 7, Policy 42, Policy 43, Policy 41, Policy 40, Policy 13

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