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development for the change of use of former farmyard structures to residential. The development consists of: the change of use of four existing structures (Structures A (“The Loft”, 97 sq m), B (“The Studio”, including a home office, 55 sq m), D3 ( “The Shed”, habitable area 48 sq m), and F (9.5 sq m) (total: 209.5 sq m)) to use as a single planning unit. (The residual existing structures identified as Structures C, D1, D2, and G, respectively, are open-sided, non-habitable and ancillary to that use.) The development also consists of: the carrying out of landscaping and boundary treatments; the provision of facilitating works including the provision of sanitary services connections; and all other ancillary site development works above and below ground
Core Refusal Reason
The development represents a haphazard form of residential development consisting of multiple detached, non-interconnected structures that fail to provide a cohesive dwelling unit or demonstrate adequate residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The layout comprises multiple detached habitable structures that are not interconnected, resulting in a haphazard form of development that does not function as a single cohesive dwelling unit.
- The submitted plans lack sufficient detail regarding internal room functions, floor levels, and openings, making it impossible to assess the quality of residential amenity or the impact on the privacy of neighboring properties.
- The proposal fails to provide adequate technical details for the separation of foul and storm water and does not demonstrate that safe sightlines can be achieved at the upgraded residential entrance.