Lockhams Recycling, Botley Road, Shedfield, SOUTHAMPTON, SO32 2HN

Retrospective planning application for the change of use to open storage of recycled aggregate materials; the retention of ancillary office, workshop and hardstanding; and associated works”

Authority: Hampshire County Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: minerals-waste · Other minor developments
Inspector: Plenty B

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether the proposed development would be located within a suitable location with respect to local policy
The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The proposal fails to demonstrate a special need or local need for the recycling facility to be located at this countryside site, and would cause adverse effects on character and appearance, resulting in conflict with the development plan which cannot be outweighed by compliance with waste-related policies.

Framework references: 5

Plan policies cited: MWP Policy 29, MWP Policy 5, MWP Policy 25, MWP Policy 27, MWP Policy 17, MWP Policy 18, MWP Policy 30, MWP Policy 10(d), MWP Policy 13, CS Policy MTRA4, CS Policy CP13, LP Policy DM10, LP Policy DM23

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