Rear extension and raised patio at 16 Corringham Road, London NW11

“Single storey rear extension with pitched roof and 6no. rooflights following demolition of existing single storey rear projection. Removal of existing side pitched roof and replacement with raised flat roof. New rear raised patio with planters and access steps to lower lawn. Increase to height of privacy screens on both boundaries.”

“Part of the existing side extension would be altered by replacing a section of existing pitched roof with a flat roof, matching the 4.00 metre height of the rear extension.”

“The application site comprises a two-storey semi-detached dwelling within the ward of Childs Hill. The surrounding area is predominantly residential, characterised by properties of similar architectural design. The site does not contain any protected trees, nor are there protected trees on adjacent land. The site is not situated in a conservation area, nor is it a listed building.”

“Reference: C10810 Address: 16 Corringham Road, London, NW11 7BT Decision: Approved Subject to Conditions Decision Date: 19.02.1991 Description: Front and side extension and alterations to vehicular access.”

“Reference: F/03715/13 Address: 16 Corringham Road, London, NW11 7BT Decision: Lawful Decision Date: 14.10.2013 Description: Installation of new French door to rear bay window, and raise level of existing rear patio by 0.3 m approx.”

“The main issues for consideration in this case are:”

“- Whether harm would be caused to the character and appearance of the existing building, the street scene and the wider locality; - Whether harm would be caused to the living conditions of neighbouring residents.”

“Following a site visit, Trees and Landscaping Officers were consulted. Comments are summarised as follows: - No objection. The proposal affects one dead tree and shrubs only. No significant tree constraints. - Additional tree planting along the boundary is recommended to soften the impact of the extension and improve amenity. - Conditions recommended.”

“The Planning Officer presented the report.”

“The Committee then had the opportunity to ask questions of the speakers and officers.”

“RESOLVED the application be APPROVED subject to conditions AND the Committee grants delegated authority to the Service Director – Planning and Building Control to make any minor alterations, additions or deletions to the recommended conditions/obligations or reasons for refusal as set out in this report and addendum provided this authority shall be exercised after consultation with the Chair (or in their absence the Vice-Chair) of the Committee (who may request that such…”