Planning appeal decision
The Old Farmhouse, Okeford Fitzpaine, Blandford Forum, DT11 0RP
Planning appeal 3308425 at The Old Farmhouse, Okeford Fitzpaine, Blandford Forum, DT11 0RP (Dorset) was allowed on 7 December 2023 by Inspector Sargent J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the works on the special architectural and historic interest of this listed building, and whether they would harm its significance.
to remove existing single storey extension and porch, erect replacement single storey extension, undertake various external and internal alterations, add an Air Source Heat Pump, install a swimming pool, erect a pool house and erect greenhouse. Appeal B: APP/D1265/Y/22/3308425 The Old Farmhouse, Darknoll Lane, Okeford Fitzpaine, Dorset DT11 0RP
- Authority
- Dorset
- Appeal type
- other · Listed Building Consent & Conservation Area Consent Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Sargent J
- Postcode
- DT11 0RP
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the works on the special architectural and historic interest of this listed building, and whether they would harm its significance
What decided it
The replacement conservatory's bold and independent contemporary design, combined with its setback position and lighter appearance through extensive glazing, would not harm the special architectural and historic interest of the listed building when compared to the existing conservatory.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 5
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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