Four self-contained flats at Raymond Court, Friern Barnet, London N10

“The proposal is for construction of a 'mansard roof extension with front and rear dormer windows and side rooflights to provide 4no. self-contained flats. Associated vehicular access, parking, amenity space, refuse and recycling and cycle storage.”

“The mansard roof will occupy the entire footprint of the building and the roof ridge height will match the height of the consented 2023 application. The roof by itself will measure 2.7m in height.”

“The application site comprises a 3-storey building containing 12no. flats within the building known as Raymond Court.”

“Reference: 21/6224/S73 Address: Raymond Court, Pembroke Road, London, N10 2HS Decision: Refused Decision Date: 31 May 2023 Description: Variation of condition 2 (Approved Plans) of planning permission 18/1266/FUL (APP/N5090/W/18/3203934), dated 09/04/2019 for `Extension and conversion of existing roof space to provide 2no self-contained flats. Associated refuse/recycling, cycle store.`.”

“Having taken all material considerations into account, it is considered that the proposal will have an acceptable impact on the character and appearance of the application site and the general locality. The development is also not considered to have an adverse impact on the amenities of neighbouring and future occupiers and on highways grounds. This application is therefore recommended for Approval.”

“It is noted that dormer windows are proposed to the front and rear roof slopes of the roof. These windows would introduce some additional views to neighbouring properties, however having regard to the grain of the area and the presence of existing residential windows with the same or similar outlook, it is not considered that the proposal would be detrimental to the privacy of the occupants of any neighbouring property.”

“No additional private outdoor amenity space is proposed to serve the 4 no additional flats, however they would have access to the rear communal amenity space, measuring approximately 375sqm. The proposed units will require a total amenity space of 20sqm. Considering that the existing building comprises of 12 x 1b units, in addition of the proposed 4x1b units. The total amenity space required will be 80sqm.”

“-Several nearby developments are already adding to density and visual impact -Question whether the foundations of this 1930s block (possibly only 450-600mm?) would be sufficient to bear the weight of an additional storey -Structural & Ground Risks -The revised layout places kitchens and living rooms directly above existing bedrooms, and shower rooms above living areas, resulting in potential noise disturbance and risk of leaks -Leases state that the communal garden spaces…”

“Internal consultees: Highways Officers have raised no concerns to the 2no. parking spaces for the proposed 4 self-contained units Environmental health officers have raised no concerns, subject to conditions Ecology officer has raised no concerns…”

“The Planning Officer presented the report.”

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

“The Chair moved to vote on the Officer’s recommendation to approve the application.”

“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…”