®Planning appeal decision
Land at Home Farm Close, Ambrosden, Bicester , Ox25 2NP
the erection of 9 dwellings comprising of 1 x 5 bed detached, 4 x 3 bed terraced and 4 x 2 bed terraced
- Authority
- Cherwell District Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Bowden N
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area with particular regard to its design and layout
- Whether the proposed development would protect and enhance biodiversity
What decided it
The proposal is acceptable on its own merits in terms of design, layout and biodiversity impact, and therefore the five-year housing land supply position does not need to be considered under paragraph 11(d) of the Framework.
The acceptable design and layout, satisfactory biodiversity enhancements with conditions, and small but relevant contribution to housing land supply outweighed any concerns, with the communal amenity space and views of the village church providing additional benefits.
Framework references: 11
Plan policies cited: Policy ESD15, Policy ESD10, Policy C28, Policy C30
The main issues and the deciding factor are read from the published letter by Town Planner Pro; the letter itself is the record. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Research, not advice.