37 Merewood Road, Bexleyheath, DA7 6PF

erection of a part one/part two side and rear extension following demolition of existing garage and conservatory without complying with conditions attached to planning permission Ref 25/00565/FUL, dated 20 June 2025

Authority: London Borough of Bexley
Appeal type: Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Postcode: DA7 6PF

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area
the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers, with particular regard to outlook and natural light

What decided it

The revised plans, including the change to smooth render and increased footprint of the rear extension, would have an acceptable effect on both character and appearance and neighbouring living conditions, particularly outlook and natural light.

Plan policies cited: Policy SP5, Policy DP11, Bexley Local Plan (2023), Policy D3, Policy D4, Policy D5, London Plan (2021)

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