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Dismissed26 August 20266008885

34 Vincent Gardens, London, NW2 7RP

Planning appeal 6008885 at 34 Vincent Gardens, London, NW2 7RP (London Borough of Brent) was dismissed on 26 August 2026 by Inspector K Williams, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host building and the area.

Retention of existing rear balcony and associated alterations; alterations to rooflights and rear door

Authority
London Borough of Brent
Appeal type
Planning
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Inspector
K Williams
Postcode
NW2 7RP

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host building and the area
  • The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of nearby properties with particular regard to privacy

What decided it

The significant harm to character and appearance combined with the unacceptable loss of privacy to neighbouring occupiers outweighed the limited private benefits of additional outdoor amenity space.

The limited benefits of additional outdoor amenity space and flexibility in use do not outweigh the significant harm to character and appearance and to neighbouring living conditions

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DMP1 of the Brent Local Plan 2019-2041Residential Extensions & Alterations Supplementary Planning Document (January 2025)

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