SD21A/0115
Further alterations to an existing granted planning application (previously granted permissions Reg. Ref. S018A/0314 (ABP-304148-19); SD19A/0408; S020A/0187); alterations consist of site plan alterations; revised site boundary to suit new arrangement of additional land used as concrete yard and HGV parking; omission of an existing roundabout and provision of a road junction with an access/egress to the proposed development and to the existing business park; provision of a new boundary fence type A to the southern and eastern site boundary; associated drainage adjustments; all other details will remain as per the aforementioned granted planning applications.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is fundamentally incompatible with the 'OS' (Open Space) land-use zoning objective and would negatively impact the environmental and ecological function of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal for warehousing and car parking is not a permitted use under the 'OS' (Open Space) zoning objective, which seeks to preserve land for recreational amenities.
- The design, involving hardstanding and fencing, would result in significant soil sealing and the erosion of open space, damaging the visual amenity and ecological connectivity of the area.
- The application is technically deficient due to unclear site ownership and the inclusion of underground attenuation systems that contravene specific SuDS objectives regarding biodiversity and surface water management.