Land to the south east of The Glen, Hollinsclough Rake, SK17 0RF

the change of use of land to allow the stationing of a shepherd’s hut, and the creation of a surfaced access track

Authority: Peak District
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: leisure-sport · Change of use
Inspector: Evans C

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the development would conserve and enhance the landscape, character and scenic beauty of the Peak District National Park
whether the site is an appropriate location for the siting of a shepherd's hut, having regard to any relevant development plan policies on farm diversification

What decided it

The development's harmful impact on the landscape character and scenic beauty of the Peak District National Park, combined with its failure to meet the close proximity requirement of Policy DMR1 for shepherd's huts, means it conflicts with the development plan and material considerations do not justify approval.

Framework references: 189

Plan policies cited: GSP1, GSP3, L1, DMC3, DME2, DMR1, RT3

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