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Dismissed28 April 20266002419

28 Rathmell Drive, Lambeth, London, SW4 8JJ

Planning appeal 6002419 at 28 Rathmell Drive, Lambeth, London, SW4 8JJ (London Borough of Lambeth) was dismissed on 28 April 2026 by Inspector Cryan M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the provision of on-street car parking spaces, support for use of sustainable means of transport, and pedestrian safety.

the formation of a vehicular means of access (crossover), together with alterations to the front boundary fencing

Authority
London Borough of Lambeth
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
other · Householder developments
Inspector
Cryan M
Postcode
SW4 8JJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the provision of on-street car parking spaces, support for use of sustainable means of transport, and pedestrian safety
  • The character and appearance of the area, including with regard to effects on biodiversity

What decided it

The proposed development would cause unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the area by removing soft landscaping and introducing a car-dominated frontage contrary to the established streetscape, combined with adverse impacts on on-street parking provision and pedestrian safety.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy Q14Policy T6Policy T1Policy T2Policy Q15Policy Q5

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