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Allowed24 September 20253359481

Island Cottage, Stone, Tenterden, TN30 7JL

Planning appeal 3359481 at Island Cottage, Stone, Tenterden, TN30 7JL (Ashford Borough Council) was allowed on 24 September 2025 by Inspector Heppell J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the High Weald National Landscape.

the demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings and erection of 2no. self-build dwellings, with associated parking, garage and gardens”

Authority
Ashford Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Heppell J
Postcode
TN30 7JL

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the High Weald National Landscape

What decided it

The design of the proposed houses, with their contemporary vernacular character and orientation minimising visual impact, would not harm the character and appearance of the High Weald National Landscape and would preserve and enhance its natural beauty.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
ENV3aSP6SP1ENV3bENV5HOU7
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 189

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