Land Parcel at 511759 115115, Muttons Lane, Ashington, WEST SUSSEX , RH20 3AL

outline application for the erection of a dwelling house with all matters reserved

Authority: Horsham District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Douglas L

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the principle of the proposed development with specific regard to its location
the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
the effect of the proposed development on European protected species and habitats, with specific regard to Great Crested Newts, bats, the Mens SAC, and the Arun Valley SAC, SPA and Ramsar site

What decided it

The proposal failed to accord with the development plan on the grounds of principle of location and character and appearance, with no material considerations supporting permission.

Framework references: 80

Plan policies cited: Policy 1, Policy 2, Policy 3, Policy 4, Policy 25, Policy 26, Policy 31, Policy 32, Policy 33, Policy ASH1, Policy ASH5

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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