Squire Heritage Consulting provided specialist heritage advice in support of an appeal concerning extensions to a mid-Victorian worker's cottage within the Imperial Square and Gasworks Conservation Area, Fulham.
The Council had raised concerns about the effect of the proposals on the character of the property and the historic pattern and openness of the Conservation Area. The heritage assessment examined the significance of Imperial Square, the development of the terrace and the contribution made by the existing building and its setting.
The heritage case demonstrated that comparable rear extensions formed part of the established character of the terrace and that the proposed intervention would remain proportionate and subordinate to the original building.
The appeal was allowed. The Inspector expressly referred to the professionally prepared Heritage Statement and concluded that the proposals would preserve the character and appearance of both the host property and the Conservation Area.
