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Notice upheld21 October 20243339130

Little Greyhills, Diptford, Totnes, TQ9 7NQ

Planning appeal 3339130 at Little Greyhills, Diptford, Totnes, TQ9 7NQ (South Hams District Council) was dismissed on 21 October 2024 by Inspector Graham J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The suitability of the location for the proposed development, with particular regard to the spatial strategy set out in the Development Plan; accessibility by sustainable modes of transport; the safety of highway users; any impacts upon the living conditions of neighbouring residents; and the effect of the development upon the character of the landscape.

Change of use from agricultural to mixed therapy/education/tourism/agriculture use including seasonal camping (retrospective) 5600 m2; erection of the Wildflower Cabin (retrospective); siting of the shepherd’s hut known as ‘The Apple Wagon’ (retrospective); siting of two shepherd’s huts (retrospective); conversion of the stable building to field kitchen and shower and toilet facilities; and works to install a package treatment plant and drainage mound

Authority
South Hams District Council
Appeal type
enforcement · Enforcement Notice
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
leisure-sport · Change of use
Inspector
Graham J
Postcode
TQ9 7NQ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The suitability of the location for the proposed development, with particular regard to the spatial strategy set out in the Development Plan; accessibility by sustainable modes of transport; the safety of highway users; any impacts upon the living conditions of neighbouring residents; and the effect of the development upon the character of the landscape

What decided it

The proposal fails to demonstrate safe access to the highway network and adequate protection from noise disturbance for neighbouring residents, and generates a significant increase in private car trips that cannot be mitigated, making the location unsuitable under Policy DEV15.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy TTV26Policy DEV15Policy DEV1Policy DEV23Policy 23

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