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Dismissed5 October 20233315960

Higher Mullacott, Road From St Brannocks Road To Mullacott Cross Roundabout, Ilfracombe, EX34 8NA

Planning appeal 3315960 at Higher Mullacott, Road From St Brannocks Road To Mullacott Cross Roundabout, Ilfracombe, EX34 8NA (North Devon District Council) was dismissed on 5 October 2023 by Inspector Butcher C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.

the erection of a holiday unit, improved access and resurfacing of area to create additional parking

Authority
North Devon District Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
leisure-sport · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Butcher C
Postcode
EX34 8NA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
  • whether or not adequate arrangements are made for the disposal of surface water from the site

What decided it

The proposed dwelling's modern design with significant glazing would appear incongruous and cause harm to the character and appearance of the area and surrounding rural landscape, conflicting with development plan policies ST09, ST14 and DM18.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy ST09Policy ST14Policy DM18Policy ST07Policy ST03(b)

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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