21/04328/HSE

The design and appearance of the hip to gable and two storey side extension would be unsympathetic to the character of the area and appearance of the existing terrace contrary to policies SP4.1 and DM10 of The Croydon Local Plan 2018, the Suburban Design Guide Supplementary Planning Document 2019 and policy D3 of the London Plan (2021).

The raised patio area would result in either unacceptable overlooking and loss of privacy to the neighbouring property or an overbearing screen (if secured by condition) and is contrary to policies SP4 and DM10 of the Croydon Local Plan 2018 and guidance in the adopted Suburban Design Guide 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 via the Council's Pre Application process. The Local Planning Authority's suggested improvements were not adopted by the applicant. The Local Planning Authority delivered the decision in a timely manner.