BANK TOP FARM, MILL LANE, ASPULL, BOLTON, LANCASHIRE, WN2 1QG

the conversion of agricultural building to single detached dwelling

Authority: Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Change of use
Inspector: Smith J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether or not the development is inappropriate development in the Green Belt having regard to the Framework, including any relevant effects on the openness of the Green Belt, and with regard to any relevant development plan policies
The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
The effect of the proposal on the integrity and maintenance of the Public Right of Way (Westhoughton 054)

What decided it

The barn's status as a building of permanent and substantial construction capable of re-use without inappropriate development in the Green Belt, combined with preservation of openness and character, and the ability to condition protection of the Public Right of Way.

Framework references: 155

Plan policies cited: Policy CG7AP, Policy CG3, Policy OA3, Policy P8AP

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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Flooding. Flood zones 2 and 3, surface water, and both again with climate change.
Transport. The 800 metre station catchment and service frequency, bus stops with their weekday frequency, the cycle network, and the Framework’s transport tests measured for the site.

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