Appeal 3370785

The appeal is allowed and planning permission is granted for development described as ‘[name] front porch and front extension/ internal alterations / roof lights’ at [site address] , Hillingdon [postcode] in accordance with the terms of the application, Ref 64719/APP/2025/1230 subject to the following conditions:

The development hereby permitted shall begin not later than three years from the date of this decision.

The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with drawing nos 10, 11, 12, 13 & 14.

The external materials of the development hereby permitted shall match those used in the existing building.

The site visit was undertaken by a representative of the Inspector whose recommendation is set out below and to which the Inspector has had regard before deciding the appeal.

The description above is taken from the application form and varies from the decision notice. This has not changed anything fundamental nor prejudiced the ability of any party to make their case in respect of the appeal scheme. The main issue in the determination of which is its effect on the character and appearance of the area.

The appeal property is an end terraced dwelling within a residential area situated on a corner plot. The properties that form part of the terrace are constructed using the same materials giving them a sense of similarity however there is an eclectic mix of housing types within the area with no distinct uniformity. Houses are generally set back from the roadside with front gardens and porches of varying designs.

The proposal would introduce an extension to the front of the dwelling which would be visible from the surrounding area. The proposal would be of a larger width than the nearby porches however the height and depth of the extension would be the same as the porch of the adjoining dwelling which would ensure that it would not be visually intrusive. Combining its size with the use of matching materials and stepped in position, the proposal would be a recessive addition to the property and would not cause harm to the character and appearance of the area.

It would therefore comply with Policies BE1 of the Hillingdon Local Plan: Part 1 [name] 2021, [name] 11, [name] 12 and [name] 1 of the London Borough of Hillingdon Local Plan Part 2 Development Management Policies 2020 that are concerned with development being well integrated into its surroundings amongst other things.

Other than the standard time limit condition, it is necessary to ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the approved plans for certainty. In the interests of the character and appearance of the area, a condition relating to materials to match that of the existing dwelling is also necessary.

For the reasons given above, the appeal scheme would comply with the development plan. I therefore recommend the appeal be allowed, subject to the conditions mentioned.

I have considered all the submitted evidence and my representative’s report and on that basis the appeal is allowed, subject to the conditions stated.