616 Harrow Road, London, W10 4NJ

construction of two dormer widows at the rear and extension of upper flat to 71 sq.m

Authority: City of Westminster Council
Appeal type: householder · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Veevers A

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the appearance of the host building and whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Queen's Park Estate Conservation Area

What decided it

The modest scale and appropriate design of the proposed dormers, combined with the different visual character of the three-storey Harrow Road terrace and the presence of existing roof additions in this part of the conservation area, meant the proposal would not harm the appearance of the host building or the character and appearance of the conservation area.

Framework references: 216

Plan policies cited: Policy 42, Policy 44, Policy 45, Policy 5 of the Queen's Park Community Council Neighbourhood Plan 2020-2014

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