Planning appeal decision
15 Abinger Road, Chiswick, London, W4 1EY
Planning appeal 6001810 at 15 Abinger Road, Chiswick, London, W4 1EY (London Borough of Hounslow) was dismissed on 2 April 2026 by Inspector Clark L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host property, and whether the proposed development preserves or enhances the character or appearance of Bedford Park Conservation Area.
extension of the existing basement with the addition of a front lightwell. Alteration to the front garden, including the installation of the new front fence
- Authority
- London Borough of Hounslow
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Clark L
- Postcode
- W4 1EY
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host property, and whether the proposed development preserves or enhances the character or appearance of Bedford Park Conservation Area
What decided it
The proposal would fail to preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the conservation area and the host property, conflicting with development plan policies and NPPF heritage provisions, with no clear and convincing justification or public benefits to outweigh the harm to the designated heritage asset.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- CC1CC2CC4SC7
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 212Paragraph 213Paragraph 215
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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