Berry's farm Blanks lane, Newdigate Charlwood, RH6 0ES

Installation of one 20 ft. container for storage of seeds, soil, bulk and machines. Container to be clad in wood with 6 No. solar panels (1m x 2 m each). Erection of small water butts for rainwater collection. Erection of one cabin (2.50 x 3.00 m) for prepping area for fresh and drying herbs and spices, vegetables, and for making essential oils. Foundation contains uncontaminated hardcore. Retaining steps made out of railway sleepers

Authority: Mole Valley District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: agricultural · Minor general industry/storage/warehousing
Inspector: Glassar S

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
vehicular access, parking and turning
drainage

What decided it

The proposal would cause significant harm to the character and appearance of the countryside and would not adequately address access, parking, turning and drainage arrangements, conflicting with the development plan with no material considerations to indicate otherwise.

Plan policies cited: Policy CS13, Policy CS14, Policy ENV22, Policy RUD14, Policy MOV2, Policy ENV65

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