Edmondsley Grange, Black House Lane, Edmondsley, DH7 6FG

change of use, conversion and extension of redundant stables building to create 1no. residential dwelling

Authority: Durham County Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Change of use
Inspector: Harrison F

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the proposal would provide a suitable location for housing, having regard to the accessibility of services and facilities
the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, including the appeal property
the effect of the proposal on the Area of High Landscape Value

What decided it

The significant extensions and alterations to the stable building would not respect its original character or enhance its immediate setting, and would harm the special qualities of the Area of High Landscape Value, in conflict with the development plan with no material considerations of sufficient weight to warrant approval.

Framework references: 80

Plan policies cited: Policy 10 p), Policy 21, Policy 10 h), Policy 10 l), Policy 39, Policy 43

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