Land between Sangro & Bowtens, Colchester Road, Ardleigh, Colchester, Essex

new two storey farmhouse dwelling and adjoining family annexe with private amenity space. A cart lodge will be utilised for parking and a stable block for equine housing and hay storage

Authority: Tendring District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Other minor developments
Inspector: Pannell G

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the site represents an appropriate location for the proposed dwelling, with reference to the spatial strategy in the development plan
the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The proposal conflicts with the development plan's spatial strategy which directs growth to the most appropriate and sustainable locations, and Ardleigh is identified as the least sustainable type of settlement for growth.

Framework references: 23

Plan policies cited: Policy SP1, Policy SP3, Policy SP7, Policy SPL1, Policy SPL2, Policy SPL3, Policy CP1, Policy LP7

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