Dalston, Hackney N16
House side extension
Project description | Dalston Hackney N16 House side extension
Demolition of existing single storey rear extension, addition of a rear / side single storey extension, and internal alterations to a single family dwelling
Design considerations and the Hackney planning assessment
The site contains a mid-terrace two storey building. The building is in use as a single dwellinghouse. The surrounding uses are predominantly residential, with a school to the north. The site is not located in a conservation area and does not contain a locally or statutorily listed building.
The principle of altering and extending existing housing stock is supported by local and regional planning policy. In light of this, the proposed development is considered to be acceptable in principle, subject to assessment of other material planning considerations.
Given the scale of the proposed development and appropriate position of the additions it is considered that the proposed development would not result in an unacceptable detrimental impact upon neighbouring occupiers in terms of provision of daylight/outlook, sense of enclosure or overbearing impact, particularly given the the depth of the side extension measuring approx. 2.1m. The proposed windows are considered to be in positions which would not result in levels of overlooking significantly over and above that afforded from existing windows in the property. On this basis it is considered that the proposed development is acceptable in amenity terms.
Conclusions:
The proposed development would be of size, design and materials which would respect the character and appearance of the subject property and would preserve the character and appearance of the surrounding area and would not have an unacceptable detrimental impact on amenity.
Architectural services
Initial home consultation, measured survey and production of existing set of drawings, planning stage design and submission, obtaining local authority approvals, dealing with Party Wall and Thames Water matters, and liaising with other consultants.
Project type | House side extension and renovation.
Interior design & decoration | Homeowners.
Client | Private
Photography | By others.
Location | Dalston, Hackney N16
Currently | Completed, Spring 2022
For broader local context, see our Hackney architect advice for rear and side extensions page, where we explain how we approach house alterations and planning-sensitive changes across the borough.
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ARCHITECTURAL PLANS
We have prepared a guide on the type of Architectural plans you will need for your home project, and a guide specifically for Terraced house extension plans with advice on detached and semi-detached properties.
BOROUGH SPECIFIC ARCHITECT AND PLANNING GUIDES FOR YOUR HOME PROJECT
Your local Council will have in place design and planning requirements for your home project and you will need to obtain planning approval for a wide range of extensions and alterations to your property.
When you get in touch we will offer you detailed advice about what is likely that your Council will approve and in the meantime we have prepared the following architectural and planning guides that include extracts of the relevant planning policy and examples of our projects in our Borough.
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Not sure where to start with your renovation or extension?
Read this before you meet an architect, speak to a builder or spend money on drawings.
This free, architect-prepared guide walks you through the 15 essential questions every homeowner should ask before starting a project.
"Should we renovate, extend… or walk away?
15 Questions every London homeowner must ask before starting a project to include homes in Conservation Areas and Listed Buildings."
Whether you're planning a modest rear extension or major alterations to a listed home, it will help you avoid expensive mistakes and give you clarity on what’s possible for your property. Includes guidance on:
Planning approvals. Conservation areas.
Timelines and costs. Appointments you need to make.
Design and sustainability options.
When to press ahead and when to walk away
We provide architectural services for residential projects in the following London Boroughs:
Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Hackney, Hammersmith and Fulham, Haringey, Islington, Kensington and Chelsea, Lambeth, Lewisham, Newham, Tower Hamlets, Waltham Forest, Wandsworth, Westminster
We specialise in
- Greener homes
- Retrofit and energy efficiency for older and traditional buildings
- Conservation areas
- Listed Buildings
- Homeowner architectural services
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