Philpots Manor School, Hook Lane, West Hoathly, EAST GRINSTEAD, RH19 4PR

the conversion of two existing barns (used as equestrian stables) to create two detached dwellings, together with associated car parking, landscaping and amenity space

Authority: Mid Sussex District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Pearce J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, including the High Weald National Landscape
whether the site is a suitable location for the proposed development having regard to development plan policy and accessibility to services and facilities
whether suitable living conditions would be provided for future occupants of the development, with regard to noise
the effect of the proposed development on the integrity of the Ashdown Forest SPA and SAC

What decided it

The submission of a signed Unilateral Undertaking securing mitigation for effects on Ashdown Forest SPA and SAC, combined with the proposal's compliance with Policy DP15 for rural building conversion that would enhance the immediate setting while maintaining landscape character, allowed the appeal to proceed.

Framework references: 189

Plan policies cited: Policy DP12, Policy DP15, Policy DP16, Policy DP26, Policy DP21, Policy DP29, Policy DP17

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