The Long Spong, Dublin Road, Rishangles, IP237QB

change of use and conversion of barn from farriers/blacksmiths workshop (Use Class B2) to 2no. residential dwellings (Use Class C3), including installation of rooflights and associated works

Authority: Mid Suffolk District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Postcode: IP23 7QB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether the appeal site would be a suitable location for the proposal, having specific consideration of the spatial strategy, the need for the retention of the building in employment or community use, and accessibility

What decided it

The failure to demonstrate compliance with JLP Policies LP10 and LP04 regarding the loss of employment use and the unsuitability of the location due to isolation from services and poor accessibility.

Framework references: 84

Plan policies cited: SP03, LP10, LP04

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