Planning appeal decision
47 Faraday Road,, Wimbledon, London, SW19 8PE
Planning appeal 6002948 at 47 Faraday Road,, Wimbledon, London, SW19 8PE (London Borough of Merton) was dismissed on 2 June 2026 by Inspector Alice James, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area.
the construction of a two-storey rear extension of 2.5m over the ground floor, at first and second floor level to provide enhanced bedroom and bathroom space
- Authority
- London Borough of Merton
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder
- Procedure
- Written
- Development
- residential
- Inspector
- Alice James
- Postcode
- SW19 8PE
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area
- the effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of 45, 49 and 51 Faraday Road with particular reference to outlook, sunlight and daylight
What decided it
The proposed development would break the existing alignment and symmetry of neighbouring rear elements and create harmful impacts on the outlook, sunlight and daylight of three neighbouring properties, contrary to design and living conditions policies.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- D12.3D12.4D4
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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