25/0414/HSE

The proposed front double garage and associated new front boundary wall, piers, railings and gates would by reason of their size, height, design and prominent siting and appearance would result in an incongruous, overly prominent and visually obtrusive additions to the host site detracting from the open character and appearance of this part of Barnet Road detrimental to the host site, street scene and the surrounding area, contrary to policies D1, D4 and D5 of The London Plan (2021) and policies CDH01 and CDH05 of the adopted local plan (2025).

No information has been submitted in respect of the impact of the proposed works and development on the trees of special amenity value protected by a Tree Preservation Order to enable the Local Planning Authority to properly assess its impact. In the absence of detailed information including a tree survey report, method statement and correct tree protection plan it is considered that the proposed development could result in the loss of a protected tree of special amenity value to both the subject site and the wider area. Furthermore, the loss of the front hedge row will have a significant and unaccaptable impact on the character of Barnet Road and result in the loss of valuable habitat, contrary to policy CDH01 and CDH07 of the adopted local plan 2025.