St Michaels Barn, Ludlow Road, Little Stretton , Shropshire, SY6 6RE

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

• Whether the proposed development preserves the listed building comprising St Michaels Barn or any features of special architectural interest that it possesses, whether it preserves the settings of nearby listed buildings and whether it preserves or enhances the character or appearance of the Little Stretton Conservation Area
• Whether the site is a suitable location for development having regard to local planning policy
• The effects of the proposed development on the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

What decided it

The significant benefits arising from the well-designed extension that would reinstate the original form of St Michaels Barn and enhance the character and appearance of the Little Stretton Conservation Area outweigh the conflict with development plan settlement policies.

The significant heritage benefits of preserving and enhancing the listed building and conservation area, together with modest benefits from the provision of a new dwelling and local economic benefits, outweigh the conflict with development plan policies restricting new housing outside identified Community Hubs and Clusters