Vehicle Crossover

Local Council: Wandsworth

Appeal Result: Allowed (Permission Granted)

Description: Formation of vehicle crossover, associated hardstanding and erection of a new front boundary wall with gates.

Refusal Stated: "The proposed works by reason of their siting and design would result in the loss of a substantial section of the front boundary wall and formation of hardstanding, thereby causing undue harm to the character, appearance and setting of the host building, streetscene and the heritage significance of the Wandsworth Common Conservation Area, contrary to DMPD policies DMS1, DMS2 and DMH5 of the DMPD (2016)."

Background: This case received an unduly harsh appraisal from Wandsworth Council, largely because the property fell within a Conservation Area. LSE carefully surveyed the neighbourhood and built a profile of similar developments that had been granted permission, which contrasted with this decision. This was then presented to the Planning Inspectorate alongside supporting planning policy unearthed by our team in a written statement. The case was promptly decided, and permission was granted. A great result for our client, enabling them to proceed with their original plans without the need for compromise.