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Split Decision13 April 20266002938

11 Hermitage Road, Deerleap, Kenley, Surrey, CR8 5EA

Planning appeal 6002938 at 11 Hermitage Road, Deerleap, Kenley, Surrey, CR8 5EA (London Borough of Croydon) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 13 April 2026 by Inspector Kirkaldy J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.

described on the application form as, ‘Proposed two storey front extension, ground floor side extension, new roof and dormer extension, front and rear garden works, detached garage and summerhouse

Authority
London Borough of Croydon
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Kirkaldy J
Postcode
CR8 5EA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
  • the living conditions of the occupiers of 9 and 13 Hermitage Road with particular regard to outlook and privacy

What decided it

The proposed rear dormer's use of grey/anthracite zinc, contemporary glazing and enclosed balcony would prevent integration with the existing roofscape and create unacceptable overlooking of No. 13's rear garden, conflicting with design and amenity policies.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DM10Policy D3Policy SP6Policy DM25SI 12SI 13
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 57

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