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Allowed30 March 20266003733

38 Vivian Gardens, Oxhey Hall, Watford, WD19 4PG

Planning appeal 6003733 at 38 Vivian Gardens, Oxhey Hall, Watford, WD19 4PG (Three Rivers District Council) was allowed on 30 March 2026 by Inspector Bennett T, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the neighbouring occupiers at No 36 Vivian Gardens with particular regard to light and outlook.

single storey rear extension

Authority
Three Rivers District Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Bennett T
Postcode
WD19 4PG

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the neighbouring occupiers at No 36 Vivian Gardens with particular regard to light and outlook

What decided it

The proposed extension's roof form, setback distances from the shared boundary, and consideration of existing land levels and vegetation meant it would not harmfully affect the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers regarding light, outlook, or overbearing impact, despite exceeding the 3.6-metre guidance.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy CP1Policy CP12Policy DM1Appendix 2 of the Development Management Policies Local Development Document (2013)

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