61 Brackley Square, Woodford Green, Redbridge, IG8 7LN

Authority: Redbridge
Appeal type: Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Postcode: IG8 7LN

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether safe, inclusive and accessible access would be provided for the proposed dwelling and its occupiers
the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, with reference to the effect on existing tree cover

What decided it

The proposal conflicts with key principles in Policy DP3 of the Framework 2026 regarding safe, inclusive access and maintenance of tree cover, and the benefits of approving the development would be substantially outweighed by the adverse effects.

the benefits of approving the development, comprising one additional dwelling and modest biodiversity net gain, were substantially outweighed by the adverse effects of unsafe and inaccessible access arrangements and significant harm to the character and appearance of the area through loss of a substantial tree

Plan policies cited: Policy LP26, Policy LP7, Policy LP38, Policy LP39, Policy D3 of the London Plan, Policy T2 of the London Plan, Policy T6.1 of the London Plan, Policy G7 of the London Plan

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