20/04000/HSE

The development would be detrimental to the amenities of the occupiers of adjoining property by reason of its size and siting resulting in visual intrusion and loss of light; and would thereby conflict with Policy DM10.6 of the Croydon Local Plan 2018.

The single storey rear and side extension wwould be out of keeping with the character of the locality; and would thereby conflict with Policies SP4.1 and DM10.1 of the Croydon Local Plan 2018. In reaching this decision the Local Planning Authority has sought to work in a positive and pro-active manner based on seeking solutions to problems in the following way: To assist applicants the Local Planning Authority has produced policies and written guidance, all of which is available on the Council's website and offers a pre planning application advice service. The scheme does not comply with guidance and no pre application discussions were entered into. The Council is ready to enter into discussions with the applicants to assist in the preparation of a new planning application. The Local Planning Authority's suggested improvements were not adopted by the applicant. The Local Planning Authority delivered the decision in a timely manner.