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proposed alterations to the existing site entrance (location, size and design) with new gates and piers, proposed relocation of telephone pole, proposed gravel driveway, proposed walls, change of use and conversion of existing single storey barn into 2 self-catering units and storage, change of use of stables into laundry room and storage, walled herb garden, landscaping, SUDS, swale, soak pits, rain water harvesting system, waste water treatment system with percolation area and all ancillary site and other works. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal fails to meet rural housing and tourism policies, represents haphazard subdivision of a rural plot, and creates a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with rural housing policies (RD POL 1 and RD POL 2), as the conversion of an agricultural structure to habitable accommodation in an area under strong urban influence is contrary to sustainable rural housing guidelines.
- The development represents the subdivision of an existing residential plot, resulting in haphazard, non-integrated back-land development at an inappropriate density for this rural area.
- The proposed conversion and new site entrance would result in a multiplicity of entrances in close proximity, endangering public safety by reason of traffic hazard.