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Dismissed11 September 20233312968

Olwyn, Swanborough, Lewes, BN7 3PQ

Planning appeal 3312968 at Olwyn, Swanborough, Lewes, BN7 3PQ (South Downs) was dismissed on 11 September 2023 by Inspector Castle S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character, appearance and amenity of the area, with particular regard to its effect on the South Downs National Park.

change of use of a residential outbuilding to a holiday let

Authority
South Downs
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
leisure-sport · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Castle S
Postcode
BN7 3PQ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character, appearance and amenity of the area, with particular regard to its effect on the South Downs National Park

What decided it

The detrimental effect of the proposal on the distinctive sense of place and relative tranquility of the National Park, combined with conflict with development plan policies requiring protection of character, appearance and amenity, outweighed the limited economic and tourism benefits.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy SD25Policy SD23Policy SD4Policy SD5Policy SD7
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 176

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