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Notice varied and upheld17 September 20263355120

Greenslade, Greenslade Lane, Sampford Courtenay, EX20 2SF

Planning appeal 3355120 at Greenslade, Greenslade Lane, Sampford Courtenay, EX20 2SF (West Devon Borough Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 17 September 2026 by Inspector Hand S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the works carried out were the only and least invasive option to prevent further damage following storm damage (ground (d)).

Authority
West Devon Borough Council
Appeal type
Appeal against Enforcement Listed Building Notice/Enforcement Conservation Area Notice
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
other · Other minor developments
Inspector
Hand S

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • Whether the works carried out were the only and least invasive option to prevent further damage following storm damage (ground (d))
  • Whether the replacement of the cob gable end with wood and concrete has caused harm to the significance of the listed barn (ground (e))
  • Whether the enforcement notice requirements to restore the building to its original condition are excessive (ground (g))
  • Whether the period for compliance of 12 months is reasonable (ground (h))

What decided it

The replacement of the historic cob gable end with concrete and timber has caused harm to the significance of the listed barn that is far from minor, carries great weight, and is not offset by any public benefits.

What the Inspector cited

National Planning Policy Framework
Policy HE5Policy HE6

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