The Three Crowns PH, Askett Lane, Askett, HP27 9LT

change of use and internal alterations to public house and annexe bar to create two additional 2-bed apartments

Authority: Buckinghamshire Council - Wycombe Area *
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Change of use
Inspector: Cooper W

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether the proposal would result in an unacceptable loss of a community facility
Whether the proposal would a) preserve the Grade II listed building, The Three Crowns with Stable Block, or any features of special architectural or historic interest that it possesses, and b) preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Askett Conservation Area and the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

What decided it

The proposal would result in unacceptable loss of a valued community facility without clear demonstration of lack of viability, and would cause less than substantial but considerable harm to the listed building and conservation area that is not outweighed by the limited public benefits.

Framework references: 199, 202

Plan policies cited: DM29, CP9, CP11, DM30, DM31, DM35, DM37

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