Snelslow Farm, Hernstone Lane, Peak Forest, Buxton, SK17 8EJ

Planning appeal 3280691 at Snelslow Farm, Hernstone Lane, Peak Forest, Buxton, SK17 8EJ (Peak District) was dismissed on 1 December 2021 by Inspector Rafiq F, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the existing building, having regard also to its conservation area location, and also the effect on the openness of the Peak District National Park within which it falls.

the demolition of existing garage to be replaced with 2 storey linked side extension

Authority: Peak District
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Rafiq F
Postcode: SK17 8EJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the existing building, having regard also to its conservation area location, and also the effect on the openness of the Peak District National Park within which it falls

What decided it

The substantial harm to the character and appearance of the existing non-designated heritage asset building and its conservation area location, combined with the failure to conserve or enhance the landscape and scenic beauty of the Peak District National Park, outweighed the appellant's family needs and reference to previous approvals.

The substantial weight attached to harm to the National Park landscape, the building's traditional character, and the conservation area was not outweighed by any public benefits or the appellant's personal circumstances.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy GSP1Policy GSP3Policy DMH7Policy DMC3
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 176

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