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

Planning appeal 3316109 at Long Lane Farm, Long Lane, Felliscliffe, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2LU (Harrogate Borough Council *) was dismissed on 13 September 2023 by Inspector Harrison F, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether the appeal building is capable of conversion without the need for substantial extension, alteration or reconstruction.

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
Postcode: HG3 2LU

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.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy GS2Policy GS3Policy HS6Policy GS6Policy NE4
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 176

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