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Dismissed7 July 20253359432

Thatchers Farm Warren Corner, Froxfield, Petersfield, GU32 1BJ

Planning appeal 3359432 at Thatchers Farm Warren Corner, Froxfield, Petersfield, GU32 1BJ (South Downs) was dismissed on 7 July 2025 by Inspector Redford R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding landscape with regard to the South Downs National Park.

the construction of a replacement dwelling with associated landscaping together with the consolidation of the existing scrap yard business with associated landscaping

Authority
South Downs
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Redford R
Postcode
GU32 1BJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding landscape with regard to the South Downs National Park
  • Whether it would comply with the development plan's strategic policies

What decided it

The proposed location of the replacement dwelling in Area 3 would extend development beyond the existing hamlet boundary, creating an elongating effect along Warren Lane that would cause significant harm to the character and appearance of the South Downs National Park landscape, contrary to the development plan's strategic policies.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
SD1SD4SD25SD30
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 182

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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