Planning appeal decision
88 Hendon Lane, London, N3 3SL
Planning appeal 6000396 at 88 Hendon Lane, London, N3 3SL (London Borough of Barnet) was dismissed on 6 January 2026 by Inspector Burch S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the changes to the single storey side and rear extension on the living conditions of the occupiers of 90 Hendon Lane with regard to outlook.
the conversion of existing property into 3no. self- contained flats including; Roof extension with rear dormer window and rooflight; Single storey side and rear extension to rear projection; Associated amenity space, refuse and recycling storage and cycle parking without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref: 23/2011/FUL dated 07/11/2023
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Burch S
- Postcode
- N3 3SL
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the changes to the single storey side and rear extension on the living conditions of the occupiers of 90 Hendon Lane with regard to outlook
What decided it
The increased height of the extension would unacceptably harm the outlook from the ground floor rear and side facing windows of the neighbouring property, contrary to development plan policies.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CDH01Policy CDH05Policy D3 of the London PlanLocal Plan Supplementary Planning Document: Residential Design Guidance
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 130
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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