Planning appeal decision
Fernleigh Nurseries, Ludwell Lane, Exeter, EX2 5AQ
Planning appeal 3296927 at Fernleigh Nurseries, Ludwell Lane, Exeter, EX2 5AQ (Exeter City Council) was dismissed on 18 November 2022 by Inspector Harrington S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.
conversion of existing nursery building/garage to single dwelling
- Authority
- Exeter City Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Change of use
- Inspector
- Harrington S
- Postcode
- EX2 5AQ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
- Whether the proposal makes adequate provision for the inclusion of carbon reduction measures
What decided it
The proposal would harm the rural character of Ludwell Valley Park through the introduction of residential appearance and a larger roof structure visible from public viewpoints, conflicting with development plan policies protecting the area's character and distinctiveness.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy LS1Policy H2Objective 8Objective 9Policy CP4Policy CP16Policy CP17Policy DG1Objective 1Policy CP15
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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