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Extension to listed building allowed at appeal, London

15/12/2020

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We were pleased to receive listed building consent and planning permission for a basement and ground floor extension to the rear of a listed building in Belgravia, London, as well as internal works to the building. The application had been refused on the grounds of perceived harm to the listed building, the basement works and an objection to the modern design, as well as harm to a tree. We demonstrated in the appeal submissions that the design and the changes to the original building were suitable, that the application complied with the Council's basement policies, and the tree would not be harmed.

​Client: St James' Street Property Management
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Appeal allowed for outbuildings in Green Belt, Berkshire

5/10/2020

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A quirk in planning policy means that erecting outbuildings to dwellings in the Green Belt can often be difficult. This case was made even more difficult by a planning condition attached to a new housing development that specifically removed permitted development rights. The Council had refused permission for our client's new home office building at the end of their garden. We put the case in what was a surprisingly complex appeal, given the small scale, and the appeal was allowed with the Inspector accepting our interpretation of Green Belt policy rather than the Council's case.

​Client: private householder
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YouTube channel for town planning advice

20/4/2020

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We now have a YouTube channel that gives some snippets of key points to remember if you are objecting to a planning application or appeal, or making your own planning appeal. These accompany our books that can be found at www.town-planning-know-how.co.uk and the channel can be seen by clicking here.
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Completed modern house in countryside, Berkshire

17/4/2020

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We were excited to be on site recently to help with last issues concerning the erection of a new house in the countryside in Berkshire. We have been involved in this project over many years and secured various permissions through applications, certificates of lawfulness and appeals. The work is nearing completion for this striking modern house, to be a family home for our long-standing clients.

Client: private householder
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Planning conditions and disputes on building

8/4/2020

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After long-running discussions, applications, appeals and negotiations with the local authority, we have finally managed to resolve dispute regarding commercial buildings near Chertsey Station, Surrey. The case had involved the redevelopment of dilapidated buildings where the Council had only wished to see a very limited amount of new commercial space. Over some time we managed to secure a mixed commercial and residential scheme, and then resolve disputes regarding the discharge of conditions and variation to the permission.

Client: private developer
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Books on Amazon bestseller list

6/4/2020

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We're pleased to report that both our recent books on How to Object to a planning application or appeal, and How to Appeal against a refusal of planning permission reached the top 50 bestseller lists in 'Law for the Layperson' on Amazon. They are selling well, and provide a great guide for being involved in the planning system. See more at www.town-planning-know-how.co.uk
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Appeal allowed for house on open Green Belt site

17/3/2020

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A couple of months ago we obtained planning permission for a new house on undeveloped, open land in the Green Belt. Another success for a similar scheme, this time on appeal. The client had a large garden, with the restrictions of Green Belt and protected trees. The Council refused permission but we argued at appeal how the erection of a new house on this land is consistent with planning policy: a complex area of planning policy and precedent.
​Client: private householder
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New infill house, Teddington, Surrey

21/10/2019

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After a long period of negotiation with the Council and a previous appeal, planning permission has been granted for a new house on a tight infill site in Teddington, south west London. The Council were concerned with design, effect on neighbours, parking, trees and access to the site, as well as seeking various legal agreements for the site. We considered some of the requests unreasonable and, after much work, secured a permission that was in better terms than the Council had initially sought.

Client: private developer
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Extension to house in Wimbledon, London

19/10/2018

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Another successful appeal result this week. This time in Wimbledon, for a large front, side and rear extension to a detached house in a private road. The refusal had been on the basis of harm to neighbouring amenity. We demonstrated that the extension would not cause any impact to neighbours and that the new extensions were a well-designed addition to the street.

​Client: private householder
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Extension to house in Green Belt, Berkshire

12/10/2018

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Planning permission was refused for a side extension to a detached house in the Green Belt, near Windsor. The application had been prepared with detailed analysis of Green Belt policy and case law, and so the refusal of permission was felt to be unreasonable. We made an appeal, and the Inspector agreed with our interpretation of these matters. Permission was granted, and full costs awarded against the Council.
The case raised some important points of planning law and was reported in the planning press.

​Client: private householder
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