House extensions and roof terrace at 25 Ingelow Road, London SW8

“APPLICATION DETAILS: The application seeks planning permission for alterations including erection of roof extensions, formation of a roof terrace at third floor level with 1.7m high screen surround, single storey rear/side extension and replacement windows.”

“The rear roof extension would measure approximately 2.9m in depth, 2m in height and 4.8m in width. The rear elevation would be racked back 70 degrees and would have one dormer window. Materials to match existing. • The proposal incorporates an extension over the two storey back addition resulting in raising the eaves height through building up the brickwork to create a brick parapet and flat roof. Two new windows would be installed on the side elevation.”

“SITE DETAILS: The application site is a two-storey mid terrace dwellinghouse, located on the eastern side of Ingelow Road. Generally, the street scene consists of properties of a similar scale and design although some have been altered through extensions.”

“Archaeological Priority Area • Flood Zone 2: Medium flood risk zone • Flood Zone 3a: High flood risk zone - 1 in 100 or greater probability of flooding each year • Park Town Estate Conservation Area…”

“Official Official REASON FOR REFERRAL: The Council’s Constitution does not give delegated powers to officers to determine the application in the way recommended and must be determined by the Planning Applications Committee.”

“Conclusion 5.1 Given the specific townscape context, the proposed development is considered to be of a satisfactory standard of design, uses acceptable materials and is a scale and form that is compatible with the appearance of the original building and conservation area and as such would not result in harm to the character and appearance of the conservation area. The proposed development would be in line with the NPPF (2024)…”

“Subject to recommended conditions, the proposed development would not cause unacceptable harm to the amenity of surrounding residential occupiers in relation to losses of daylight/sunlight, overshadowing, outlook or privacy, nor is it likely to result in adverse fire safety impacts in accordance with policy D12 of the London Plan (2021) and policy LP2 of the Wandsworth Local Plan (2023).”

“Loss of light and overshadowing Objectors expressed concern over the potential loss of daylight/sunlight to their properties. • Loss of Residential Amenity Objectors noted the roof alterations and new garden party wall height would be oppressive and overbearing and reduce enjoyment of their amenity. • Overlooking and loss of privacy Concerns that the new windows, doors and roof terrace would directly overlook neighbouring properties, including gardens and living areas.”

“Overdevelopment of the site. • Roof terrace and screening would be detrimental to the character of the Conservation Area.”

“RESOLVED – (unanimous) that planning permission be granted as set out in the report.”

“Condition AC32 - Conservation Rooflights The rooflights hereby approved, shall be of a conservation area specification i.e. in-line and flush within the roof pitch that they would be located. Reason: In the interests of preserving the character and appearance of the conservation area in accordance with policy LP3 of the Local Plan and Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework.”

“Condition AC52 - No use as roof terrace The roof area of the development hereby permitted, with the exception of the approved terrace, shall not be used as a balcony, roof garden or similar amenity area and furthermore, no balustrades, railings or other means of enclosure or means of permanent access shall be erected on this area.”