Planning appeal decision
69, Belsize Lane, Camden, NW3 5AU
Planning appeal 6002239 at 69, Belsize Lane, Camden, NW3 5AU (London Borough of Camden) was dismissed on 2 April 2026 by Inspector Reed J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Belsize Conservation Area.
demolition of existing pitched roof. Proposed new raised roof and formation of a second floor to provide 1 bedroom and a bathroom
- Authority
- London Borough of Camden
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Reed J
- Postcode
- NW3 5AU
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Belsize Conservation Area
What decided it
The proposal would harm the character and appearance of the Belsize Conservation Area through its incongruous roof form and increased bulk, and the public benefits of additional housing did not outweigh this harm to the conservation area's significance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy D1Policy D2
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 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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