Slinfold Stud, Stane Street, Slinfold, HORSHAM, RH13 0RE

the construction of new equestrian facilities comprising a stable building, outdoor riding arena, horse walker and car parking area. Use of existing agricultural barn for related equine purposes

Authority: Horsham District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: agricultural · Change of use
Inspector: Glassar S

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the Arun Valley Special Area of Conservation (SAC), Special Protection Area (SPA) and Ramsar sites
The character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The proposal would not achieve water neutrality and would adversely affect the integrity of the Arun Valley SAC, SPA and Ramsar sites, contrary to the Habitat Regulations and the development plan, which is an overriding consideration.

Plan policies cited: Policy 31 of the Horsham District Planning Framework, Policy 10 of the Horsham District Planning Framework, Policy 26 of the Horsham District Planning Framework, Policy 29 of the Horsham District Planning Framework, Policy 25 of the Horsham District Planning Framework, Policy 33 of the Horsham District Planning Framework, Policy 12 of the Slinfold Neighbourhood Plan (2018)

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