2022/2535

The proposed development, by reason of its size, design and location, would result in an incompatible form of development, which would harm the character and appearance of the host building, the historic and architectural interest of the Locally Listed Building and fails to respond positively to the surrounding open space. As such, the proposal is considered contrary to the policies D1 (London’s form, character and capacity for growth), D3 (Optimising site capacity through the design-led approach), D4 (Delivering good design) and HC1 (Heritage Conservation and growth) of the London Plan (2021) and Policies LP1 (Design Quality and Local Character) and LP4 (Non Designated Heritage Assets) of Hackney’s Local Plan 2033 (2020) and the relevant sections Hackney’s Residential Extensions and Alterations SPD (2009).

Insufficient information has been provided to demonstrate that the proposals would not have a detrimental impact on the biodiversity or nature conservation value of the adjacent SINC, nor that it would protect or enhance biodiversity. As such the proposed development is contrary to policies G1 (Green infrastructure) and G6 (Biodiversity and access to nature) of the London Plan 2021 and policy LP47 (Biodiversity and Sites of Importance of Nature Conservation) of the Hackney Local Plan (2020).