®Planning appeal decision
Petersfield Golf Course, Steep Marsh, Steep, East Hampshire, GU33 7QY
Planning appeal 3354576 at Petersfield Golf Course, Steep Marsh, Steep, East Hampshire, GU33 7QY (South Downs) was dismissed on 22 May 2025 by Inspector Lawrence R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether or not the proposal would conserve or enhance the landscape or scenic beauty of the South Downs National Park.
the erection of 20 holiday lodges. The lodges proposed fall under the legal definition of static caravans. The proposal will include access road and onsite roads and footpaths, recreational space and will also include a management office/reception and accommodation and landscaping”
- Authority
- South Downs
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- leisure-sport · Change of use
- Inspector
- Lawrence R
- Postcode
- GU33 7QY
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether or not the proposal would conserve or enhance the landscape or scenic beauty of the South Downs National Park
- Whether or not the development would be in a suitable location having regard to sustainable transport options
What decided it
The proposal's failure to conserve or enhance the landscape and scenic beauty of the South Downs National Park, combined with its dependence on private car travel and lack of sustainable transport connectivity, outweighs the moderate economic and tourism benefits offered.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- SD1SD4SD5SD23
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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