Land off Bottoms Lane, Darracott, EX33 1JY

Planning appeal 6005672 at Land off Bottoms Lane, Darracott, EX33 1JY (North Devon) was dismissed on 24 June 2026 by Inspector C Butcher, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, including the scenic beauty of the North Devon Coast National Landscape.

the demolition of equestrian buildings and erection of a local needs self-build dwelling and associated landscaping

Authority: North Devon
Appeal type: Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Inspector: C Butcher
Postcode: EX33 1JY

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, including the scenic beauty of the North Devon Coast National Landscape
whether the proposed development would be in a suitable location, taking account of the Council's spatial strategy and access to services and facilities

What decided it

The identified harm to the North Devon Coast National Landscape, which is protected under paragraph 11(d)(i) and footnote 7 of the Framework, provided a strong reason to dismiss the appeal notwithstanding the Council's inability to demonstrate a 5-year housing land supply.

The benefits of a sustainably built self-build dwelling and limited economic benefits during construction were outweighed by the significant harm to the character and appearance of the area and the scenic beauty of the National Landscape, combined with the unsustainable location.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy ST14Policy DM08APolicy BE5Policy ST07Policy ST01Policy DM24Policy H3
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 189Paragraph 84Paragraph 11

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