We were approached following refusal by LBRUT to submit an appeal. We drafted the appeal statement and the appeal was allowed. As we argued, the Inspector concluded “I conclude on the main issue that the proposal would integrate comfortably with the host dwelling and wider character and appearance of the area.”
Appeal allowed for mansard roof extension Read More »
We submitted a planning application for the erection of a toilet block with shelter and associated septic tank following the demolition of existing toilet block within the extensive grounds of the Golf Club.
The application was supported with a Tree Survey and granted planning permission within 8 weeks.
Following refusal of an application we were approached to advise on how the scheme could be revised. We submitted an application for a replacement front dormer and erection of a two storey side extension and single storey rear extension. This was approved without delays.
Planning permission granted for extensions to a house in Twickenham Read More »
I undertook a site visit to a house in Kensington to advise on the submission of two planning applications – one for a screen to the rear terrace and one for a new store for bicycles within a Conservation Area. Decisions pending.
Planning applications: Kensington Read More »
I drafted a strongly worded letter against this large and unneighbourly scheme for the residents of the neighbouring property. The Council duly refused the application.
We were contacted by an owner of a house in Fulham to represent her at Planning Committee to object against her neighbour’s house extension which was considered to be unneighbourly. Drafted speech and spoke at Committee to Councillors.
Representation at Planning Committee – Fulham Read More »
We submitted an application for this scheme which was refused but following our appeal statement, the application was approved. The Inspector concluded “I conclude that the effect of the proposed extensions on the character and appearance of the existing dwelling and its surroundings would not be harmful – although noticeably larger The Chase will remain a handsome building. There would therefore be no conflict with Policies DG1 & H14 of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Local Plan 2003″
Following refusal of an application for a rear/side extension at first floor level, we drafted the appeal statement to justify why it should be developed and it was allowed by the Inspector in January 2018. The owner emailed: “Amazing news! Fiona, thank you so very much, I’m delighted – you’re wonderful!”
I acted for Bracknell Borough Council as their planning witness at a 3 week public inquiry (in December) against a scheme for up to 350 residential dwellings, land for a one-form entry primary school, a medical centre including pharmacy (1,200 sq m), a sports pavilion (140 sq m), open space, landscaping, Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) and drainage on land to the south of Foxley Lane, Binfield.
I drafted a 10,000 word Proof of Evidence, attended meetings with the barrister, attended the site visits and gave evidence at the Inquiry. The Inspector dismissed the scheme due to the impact the development would have upon the landscape and due to its unsustainable location. A great decision for the borough.
Public Inquiry for 350 housing scheme in Binfield Read More »
We submitted an application to amend a number of restrictive conditions attached to a permission from 2014 including increasing the number of children to 55, changing the hours to 07.00 – 18.30 Monday – Friday and 09.00-14.00 on Saturdays and removing the personal permission. This was granted within 8 weeks.
