Planning appeal decision
20 Chilthorne Close, London, SE6 4YW
Planning appeal 6005301 at 20 Chilthorne Close, London, SE6 4YW (London Borough of Lewisham) was dismissed on 2 June 2026 by Inspector Megan Thomas K.C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed wraparound extension on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area.
the construction of a single storey extension to the side and rear and level paving to the garden, together with the provision of a car parking space and hardstanding, new access ramp, steps and entrance level, timber boundary fence and landscaping to the front
- Authority
- London Borough of Lewisham
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder
- Procedure
- Written
- Development
- residential
- Inspector
- Megan Thomas K.C
- Postcode
- SE6 4YW
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed wraparound extension on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area
What decided it
The scale, height and bulk of the wraparound extension would visually dominate the host dwelling and seriously harm its character and appearance, contrary to development plan policy and supplementary planning guidance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy D3 of the London Plan (2021)Policy QD9 of the Lewisham Local Plan (adopted 2025)
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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