7 Monks Avenue, West Molesey, KT8 2HD

Planning appeal 3375381 at 7 Monks Avenue, West Molesey, KT8 2HD (Elmbridge Borough Council) was allowed on 13 February 2026 by Inspector Goldberg V, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether the proposed development would provide acceptable living conditions for future occupants with reference to the provision of internal space.

new window to side elevation & internal changes to facilitate the change of use from C4 6 Bed HMO to Sui Generis 7 Bed HMO. The development includes provision for car and cycle parking, external amenity spaces, and other associated works

Authority: Elmbridge Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Change of use
Inspector: Goldberg V
Postcode: KT8 2HD

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the proposed development would provide acceptable living conditions for future occupants with reference to the provision of internal space
the effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of neighbouring residential properties, with reference to noise and disturbance
whether the proposed development would increase parking stress and congestion on Monks Avenue

What decided it

The property already operates as an HMO for six occupants, so the addition of one further resident would not materially alter existing levels of activity, noise, or parking demand when assessed against the established use.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy DM10(c)Policy DM2Policy DM9Policy DM11Policy DM7Policy CS25

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