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Allowed20 June 20253358830

Land at Middleham , Lewes Road , Ringmer , BN8 5EY

Planning appeal 3358830 at Land at Middleham , Lewes Road , Ringmer , BN8 5EY (South Downs) was allowed on 20 June 2025 by Inspector Glassar S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, having particular regard to the landscape of the area.

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Authority
South Downs
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
agricultural · Other minor developments
Inspector
Glassar S
Postcode
BN8 5EY

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, having particular regard to the landscape of the area
  • The effect of the proposed development on nearby heritage assets

What decided it

The proposed development would integrate with the prevailing landscape character of the South Downs National Park and would not materially harm the setting of the nearby listed building, thereby conserving and enhancing the natural beauty of the National Park in accordance with development plan policies.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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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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