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Dismissed20 January 20266000656

1 & 1a Lynwood Drive, Romford, RM5 2RB

Planning appeal 6000656 at 1 & 1a Lynwood Drive, Romford, RM5 2RB (London Borough of Havering) was dismissed on 20 January 2026 by Inspector Manson S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effects of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.

retrospective works including part two-storey, part single-storey side extension and retention of approved dwelling, alongside the proposed change in the locations of the front door and windows, separation of the dormer into 2 separate dormers and reduction of the size of one dormer

Authority
London Borough of Havering
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Manson S
Postcode
RM5 2RB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effects of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
  • The living conditions of future occupiers of Number 1 Lynwood Drive with specific regard to internal floorspace

What decided it

The proposed development would cause unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the area through its incongruous roof form and excessive massing, and would provide substandard internal floorspace failing to meet minimum space standards for future occupiers.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy 26 of the Havering Local Plan 2016 – 2031 (2021)Policy D6 of The London Plan, the Spatial Development Strategy for Greater London (2021)
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 135

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