Planning appeal decision
Pop Up on the Hill, Grange Hill, Steeple , BH20 5DF
Planning appeal 3327935 at Pop Up on the Hill, Grange Hill, Steeple , BH20 5DF (Dorset) was dismissed on 19 September 2024 by Inspector Reeves K, 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, with particular regard to the Dorset National Landscape.
change of use of the identified land for seasonal (April through October) use for entertainment, on-site refreshment, food and local produce and takeaway facilities
- Authority
- Dorset
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- leisure-sport · Change of use
- Inspector
- Reeves K
- Postcode
- BH20 5DF
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, with particular regard to the Dorset National Landscape
What decided it
The unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the Dorset National Landscape, a protected landscape with distinctive elevated ridge features and tranquil qualities, outweighed the moderate benefits of economic activity and visitor facilities.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy COPolicy DPolicy LHHPolicy BIO
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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