Planning appeal decision
73 Rivington Crescent, London, NW7 2LF
Planning appeal 6000113 at 73 Rivington Crescent, London, NW7 2LF (London Borough of Barnet) was dismissed on 13 May 2025 by Inspector Fish A, 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 dwelling and surrounding area.
described on the application form as ‘Part single, part double storey side and rear extension with Juliet balcony and internal alterations following the demo lition of the garage. Concrete roof tiles to be replaced with slate tiles
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Fish A
- Postcode
- NW7 2LF
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area
- The living conditions of the occupiers of 72 Rivington Close with respect to outlook and daylight
What decided it
The bulk, design and siting of the rear two-storey gable extension would be harmful to character and appearance and would cause unacceptable overshadowing and overbearing impact on neighbouring living conditions.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy D3 of the London Plan 2021Policy CDH01 of the Barnet Local Plan 2021-2036
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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