21/01345/HSE

The proposed development, by reason of the alteration of the roof from gabled to hip would disrupt the pattern of development and prevailing character/rhythm of the properties in the context and visual amenities of the streetscene. As such, the proposal would be contrary to Policies D1, D3, D4 of the London Plan (2021), Policies SP4, DM10 of the Croydon Local Plan (2018) and the Croydon Suburban Design Guide (2019).

The proposed development, by reason of its siting, combined height, width and depth of the extensions would result in loss of outlook, overbearing impact, loss of daylight/sunlight and visual intrusion to the amenities of the occupiers at no.24 Frimley Crescent. As such, the proposal would be contrary to Policies D1, D2, D6 of the London Plan (2021), Policies SP4, DM10 of the Croydon Local Plan (2018) as well as the Croydon Suburban Design Guide (2019). 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.