Long Lane Farm, Long Lane, Felliscliffe, HARROGATE, North Yorkshire, HG3 2LU

conversion of existing barn to form dwelling including live/work space including rescinding planning permission - 15/03433/FUL

Authority: Harrogate Borough Council *
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Change of use
Inspector: Harrison F

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the appeal building is capable of conversion without the need for substantial extension, alteration or reconstruction
the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, including the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
whether the proposal constitutes an acceptable form of development outside the development limits

What decided it

The proposal fails to satisfy the requirements of Policy HS6 Criterion A as the building would require substantial alterations and reconstruction, and would unacceptably harm the character and appearance of the Nidderdale AONB contrary to the Framework's requirement to give great weight to conserving and enhancing landscape and scenic beauty.

Framework references: 176

Plan policies cited: Policy GS2, Policy GS3, Policy HS6, Policy GS6, Policy NE4

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