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Allowed5 February 20266002016

The Old Coach House, 3A St Helens, Padshall Park, Bideford, Devon, EX39 3NE

Planning appeal 6002016 at The Old Coach House, 3A St Helens, Padshall Park, Bideford, Devon, EX39 3NE (Torridge District Council) was allowed on 5 February 2026 by Inspector Hills J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect that varying condition 4 would have on the living conditions of future occupants with regard to accommodation space.

change of use from coach house/garage into holiday let accommodation without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref 1/0581/2011/FUL, dated 12th October 2011

Authority
Torridge District Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
leisure-sport · Other minor developments
Inspector
Hills J
Postcode
EX39 3NE

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect that varying condition 4 would have on the living conditions of future occupants with regard to accommodation space

What decided it

The internal layout and features of the building, including vaulted ceilings with rooflights and well-proportioned open-plan living space, demonstrate it is capable of providing acceptable permanent residential accommodation for a single person or couple despite marginally falling short of space standards for a 2-person unit.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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