2, Hampton Road, Worcester Park, KT4 8ET

1. 1.The proposal, and the rear dormer extension in particular, by reason of its orientation, design, size, width and the choice of flat roof form, would create an incongruous addition to the dwelling that would appear box-like and top-heavy on the rear elevation that would be readily visible from the Balmoral Road streetscene and would adversely impact on the character and appearance of the main building, the Balmoral Road streetscene to the south east of the site and the surrounding area, contrary to Policy 28 of the Sutton Local Plan and the guidance in Supplementary Planning Document 'Design of Residential Extensions' (SPD4) and Sutton's Urban Design Guide 'Creating Locally Distinctive Places' SPD (SPD14).
2. 2.The proposed loft conversion fails to provide an acceptable standard of internal living conditions for current and future occupiers of Flat 2. The proposed additional bedroom would have an internal floor-to-ceiling height that falls substantially short of minimum standard under London's policy, as well as national internal space standards. The proposed bedroom within the loft would restrict circulation space and fail to ensure adequate daylight and ventilation, therefore, the proposal fails to mitigate negative health impacts such as poor ventilation, overheating, or restricted space. The proposed development would therefore be contrary to Policy D6 and GG3 of the London Plan 2021 and Policy 9 of the Sutton Local Plan 2018.

From the council's decision notice.

Postcode

KT4 8ET

Application type

Full planning permission