Bowenhurst Golf Centre, Mill Lane, Crondall, FARNHAM, GU10 5RP

a ‘part conversion of golf greenkeepers' shed building to dwelling together with alterations

Authority: Hart District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Change of use
Inspector: Phillips B

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the appeal site is suitably located for a new dwelling having regard to local and national planning policy
whether the proposal meets sustainability requirements with particular regard to energy and water use
the effect of the development on the Thames Basin Heaths Special Protection Area (SPA)

What decided it

The appeal site is located in an unsustainable location outside any settlement boundary without convenient access to services and facilities, making it unsuitable for residential development regardless of other considerations.

Framework references: 79

Plan policies cited: Policy NBE1, Policy SS1, Policy NBE9, Policy NBE7, Policy NBE3, Policy SD1, Policy GEN2, Policy RUR 1, Policy GEN1, Policy NRM6, Crondall Neighbourhood Plan Policy 1, Crondall Neighbourhood Plan Policy 2d

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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