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Notice upheld24 March 20263342435

22 Barn Close, Woodlands, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9UU

Planning appeal 3342435 at 22 Barn Close, Woodlands, Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 9UU (South Hams District Council) was dismissed on 24 March 2026 by Inspector Jarratt P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect that the conservatory and steps have on the living conditions of neighbours.

the construction of a conservatory and concrete steps leading to ground level

Authority
South Hams District Council
Appeal type
enforcement · Enforcement Notice
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
other · Householder developments
Inspector
Jarratt P
Postcode
PL21 9UU

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect that the conservatory and steps have on the living conditions of neighbours

What decided it

The conservatory and raised platform have a material adverse effect on the privacy and living conditions of neighbouring properties through overlooking and an overbearing presence, contrary to Local Plan Policy DEV 1.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DEV 1

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