11 & 11A Montrose Avenue, Welling, DA16 2QP

described on the application form as “the proposal is to build a new 2 bed detached dwelling on the land of 11 & 11A Montrose Avenue

Authority: London Borough of Bexley
Appeal type: Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Postcode: DA16 2QP

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area
the effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers, with regard to outlook, daylight, sunlight and privacy
whether the proposed development would provide acceptable living conditions for future occupiers, with particular regard to floor-to-ceiling heights

What decided it

The cumulative harm to character and appearance, neighbouring living conditions, and future occupier living conditions significantly and demonstrably outweighed the modest benefits of delivering one additional dwelling.

Framework references: 11

Plan policies cited: Policy SP5, Policy DP11, Policy DP2, Policy D6

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