®Planning appeal decision
C Finch, Kiln Lane, Elmswell, Suffolk, IP30 9QR
erection of up to four dwellings
- Authority
- Mid Suffolk District Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Gee R
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- whether the site represents a suitable location for housing with particular regard to its countryside location and accessibility
- the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
- whether the development would provide for a suitable living environment for future residents, with particular regard to noise
- whether the development would provide for a suitable living environment for future residents, with particular regard to odour
- whether a safe and suitable access is capable of being provided
What decided it
The cumulative conflicts with the development plan across location, character, living conditions and highway safety, with no material considerations outweighing these harms, led to dismissal.
The modest benefits of housing delivery and economic benefits during construction were outweighed by the unsuitability of the location, harm to character and appearance, and unacceptable living conditions and highway safety concerns.
Framework references: 48, 110, 130, 185, 187
Plan policies cited: Policy SP03, Policy LP01, Policy LP15, Policy LP24 i), Policy LP29
The main issues and the deciding factor are read from the published letter by Town Planner Pro; the letter itself is the record. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Research, not advice.