Land to the South of Greenways Court, Greenways, Delves Lane, Consett, DH8 7DH

Planning appeal 3353610 at Land to the South of Greenways Court, Greenways, Delves Lane, Consett, DH8 7DH (Durham County Council) was dismissed on 28 March 2025 by Inspector Dean S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether or not the proposal would cause an unacceptable loss of open space.

an outline application (with access) for up to 32 no. affordable residential units and 8 no. self-build/custom build plots (all other matters reserved)

Authority: Durham County Council
Appeal type: major · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Major dwellings
Inspector: Dean S
Postcode: DH8 7DH

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether or not the proposal would cause an unacceptable loss of open space
whether or not there is a need for the level of affordable housing proposed

What decided it

The unacceptable loss of valued open space with significant recreational value and contribution to local character, which could not be adequately mitigated or compensated for, outweighed the benefits of housing delivery.

the benefits of housing delivery, including affordable housing, were outweighed by the unacceptable loss of valued open space and green infrastructure protected in local and national policy

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy 6Policy 15Policy 26Policy 29Policy 31

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