DCS Ref: 100-066-469 Written reps Year of Decision: 2010 Inspector: M FOX
County: LONDON Summary of Decision: DISMISSED
Description:
Replacement aluminium framed windows in front elevation of semi-detached dwelling in suburban Conservation Area. Harm to character & appearance of Conservation Area from non-traditional angular design which cannot replicate curve of bay window. Weight to design guide SPD. Abstract:
The owner of a semi-detached house in west London was refused permission to replace three Crittall metal windows with aluminium windows because it would harm the character and appearance of the conservation area.
An inspector observed that there was an interesting mix of architectural styles on the estate where much of the housing was influenced by the modern movement. The design guide for the area stated that a feature of many houses was their curved, streamlined shape, with a horizontal emphasis, as exemplified by Crittall windows. It identified the loss of traditional fenestration patterns as a key factor in the deterioration of the special character of the area. An Article 4(2) direction reflected the council's strict policy stance in relation to unsympathetic development.
The inspector noted that the proposed aluminium replacement windows could not replicate the distinctive curves on the bays of the windows. The proposal would therefore be contrary to development plan policy which expected development to have regard to its historic and architectural context.
The appellant complained that curved double glazed windows were not readily available. The inspector remarked, however, that the design guide advised that double glazing could be provided by secondary glazing and that it was possible to obtain modern Crittall windows which were double glazed as direct replacements.
COMPASS Index Terms | Issue Codes | | 300 | | Site within conservation area | | |
| Development Codes | | 531 | | Window alterations, balconies and fenestration alterations | | |
| Legal Codes | | 77 | | Supplementary Planning Guidance - Weight to be given to SPG discussed | | |
| Proposal Codes | | 3 | | Alterations | | |
| Site Codes | | 08 | | Residential suburban - Post August 06 cases | | |
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