47 Ridgewell Close, London, SE26 5AP

Planning appeal 3375089 at 47 Ridgewell Close, London, SE26 5AP (London Borough of Lewisham) was dismissed on 13 May 2026 by Inspector Higgins R, 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 property and surrounding area.

for construction of a ground floor wraparound side/rear extension, front porch, side loft extensions and all associated works at 47 Ridgewell Close, SE26

Authority: London Borough of Lewisham
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Higgins R
Postcode: SE26 5AP

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

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

What decided it

The proposed dormer extensions would create a top-heavy, bulky and incongruous addition that would disrupt the coherent character of the surrounding area and fail to read as subordinate elements respecting the host property's form and proportion.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy QD9 of the Lewisham Local Plan (2025)Policy D3 of the London Plan (2021)
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 131Paragraph 135

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