Planning appeal decision
21 Gills Hill Lane, Radlett, WD7 8DE
Planning appeal 6003707 at 21 Gills Hill Lane, Radlett, WD7 8DE (Hertsmere) was dismissed on 9 July 2026 by Inspector S F Barnes, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether the application is a valid householder application.
demolition of existing car port and single-storey rear extensions. Construction of two-storey rear extension and two-storey side extensions and alterations to fenestration and to the front porch. Conversion of loft to habitable space with increased ridge height, hip to gable alterations and rear dormer
- Authority
- Hertsmere
- Appeal type
- Planning
- Procedure
- Written
- Development
- residential
- Inspector
- S F Barnes
- Postcode
- WD7 8DE
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- whether the application is a valid householder application
- the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the appeal building and the surrounding area
- the effect of the proposal on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers at 23 Gills Hill Lane with particular regard to access to outlook, daylight and sunlight
What decided it
The significant harm caused to the character and appearance of the appeal building and surrounding area through the bulky, incongruous crown roof form outweighed any other considerations.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS22Policy SADM30
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 11
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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