Planning appeal decision
102 Woodmansterne Road, London, SW16 5UQ
Planning appeal 6006469 at 102 Woodmansterne Road, London, SW16 5UQ (London Borough of Lambeth) was allowed on 29 April 2026 by Inspector Allan J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effects of the dormer extension and associated roof works upon the character and appearance of the host property and wider area.
Minor Roof Ridge Adjustment Associated with Re- roofing and Loft Conversion Works
- Authority
- London Borough of Lambeth
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Allan J
- Postcode
- SW16 5UQ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effects of the dormer extension and associated roof works upon the character and appearance of the host property and wider area
What decided it
The irregular and varied character of the existing street scene, combined with the modest scale of the step changes and the consistency of the altered roof's pitch and proportions with the wider terrace, meant the works caused no visual harm despite conflicting with some supplementary planning guidance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy Q2Policy Q5Policy Q8Policy Q11
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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