Crofton Lomas Lane, Sandhurst, CRANBROOK, TN18 5PT

separate access for the new dwelling (Whitecroft), approved under 22/03083/FULL and change of use of Crofton from annexe to dwellinghouse, together with single storey extension

Authority: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Other minor developments
Inspector: Francis L

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the site is a suitable location for the creation of an additional dwelling having regard to the Council's strategy for the location of development
the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area with particular regard to whether the proposal would conserve and enhance the landscape, scenic and natural beauty of the High Weald National Landscape (HWNL)
whether the condition is reasonable and necessary with regard to the main issues identified above (Appeal B only)

What decided it

The proposal conflicts with the Council's spatial strategy for locating development within settlement boundaries and the duty to conserve and enhance the High Weald National Landscape, and these conflicts with the development plan are not outweighed by the limited benefits of additional housing.

Framework references: 189

Plan policies cited: STR1, STR6, STR8, H10, EN1, EN18, EN19

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