This appeal related to a first floor side extension at a residential property in the London Borough of Brent.
The council refused planning permission on the grounds that the property had already been extended and that the proposed extension, with a flat roof, would be poorly designed and appear awkward in relation to the host building.
At appeal, it was demonstrated that the extension would not be visible from the street and that its size and scale were modest. It was also shown that flat-roofed extensions were common in the surrounding area and formed an established part of the local character.
The inspector agreed that the proposal would integrate satisfactorily with the existing house and would not result in visual harm. The appeal was allowed and planning permission was granted for the first floor side extension.
This case illustrates that design objections must be grounded in actual visual impact and context, rather than abstract concerns about form or roof type.
If you have been refused planning permission for a householder extension, we regularly advise on planning appeals in Brent and can provide clear advice on the prospects of success.
