Planning appeal decision
Old Cotmore Farm, Cotmore, Kingsbridge, Devon , TQ7 2LR
Planning appeal 3287618 at Old Cotmore Farm, Cotmore, Kingsbridge, Devon , TQ7 2LR (South Hams District Council) was allowed on 17 May 2022 by Inspector Bale M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect on the landscape and scenic beauty of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
a development described as resubmission of planning ref 53/1976/09/F for redevelopment of caravan and camping park to include 8 holiday lodges and landscaping without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref 53/2876/11/F, dated 9 May 2012
- Authority
- South Hams District Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- leisure-sport · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Bale M
- Postcode
- TQ7 2LR
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect on the landscape and scenic beauty of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
What decided it
The proposed design and layout would have no significantly different effect on the character and appearance of the area to that already permitted, thereby conserving the landscape and scenic beauty of the AONB.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DEV25Policy DEV24
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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