34a Netherhall Gardens, London, NW3 5TP

Planning appeal 6001691 at 34a Netherhall Gardens, London, NW3 5TP (London Borough of Camden) was dismissed on 6 March 2026 by Inspector Storey P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether sufficient evidence has been provided to justify the demolition of the existing building, having regard to climate change and waste reduction objectives.

demolition of existing dwellinghouse and erection of three storey replacement house, including excavation of basement. Associated works including replacement of front boundary wall and erection of cycle and waste storage

Authority: London Borough of Camden
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Storey P
Postcode: NW3 5TP

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether sufficient evidence has been provided to justify the demolition of the existing building, having regard to climate change and waste reduction objectives
Whether the proposed development would have an acceptable effect on the character and appearance of the area, including whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the conservation area

What decided it

The appellant failed to demonstrate that retention and improvement of the existing building was not possible as required by Policy CC1 criterion e, and the proposed replacement would cause considerable harm to the character and appearance of the conservation area that was not outweighed by the limited public benefits identified.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy CC1Policy SI 7Policy D1Policy D2
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 58Paragraph 215

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