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Eurovision – 12 points to Liverpool!

17th May 202316th May 2023 by Gary Stringer

With Liverpool hosting Europe’s biggest party, Shaun Hyde, part of our Planning team looks at how the Eurovision song contest has shone the spotlight on the city’s iconic architecture.

All eyes were on Liverpool last weekend as it welcomed the Eurovision Song Contest to the banks of the River Mersey on behalf of Ukraine. The Contest saw a week-long series of celebrations throughout the city. Liverpool embraced the opportunity to host for Ukraine, with the city not letting you forget who this celebration was for. Iconic city landmarks including the Liver Building, the Museum of Liverpool and the Radio City tower were illuminated with the blue and yellow of Ukraine’s flag throughout the festival. The M&S Bank Arena hosted the live shows during the course of the week, but plenty of activities had spilled out across the city. Having Liverpool host Eurovision seems fitting when you consider how intertwined its musical heritage is with the city’s sense of place.
Across the city centre, 12 large Soloveiko Songbirds made up an educational trail around the city. Each songbird had unique plumage and was accompanied by audio soundscapes to represent the different regions of Ukraine. The mundane hustle and bustle of city centre life was injected with vibrantly coloured street scenes, complimented by the outfits that have become synonymous with Eurovision fans. Every pub, bar, restaurant and shop was decorated with bunting and Ukrainian flags. This vibrancy was underpinned by a feeling of pride, excitement and celebration. The sense of festivity and enthusiasm culminated along the iconic waterfront.

Pier Head hosted the Eurovision Village, a fan-orientated area complete with a large stage, that saw both Ukrainian and British acts perform during the course of the week. The Village acted as the focal point for all things Eurovision; the main hub for fans wanting to soak up the celebratory atmosphere. The village included a ‘Discover Ukraine’ area, which provided the opportunity to embrace aspects of Ukrainian life, including traditional food and an insight into Ukrainian music culture.

Transforming Pier Head into this hub of activity highlights how public spaces can be multifunctional depending on the circumstances. Pier Head is already a successful public realm that provides both a legible path along Liverpool’s iconic waterfront and a node where people want to stay and appreciate the architecture and scenery. An inviting public realm is the first step in attracting and retaining visitors, which subsequently has a knock on effect on the city economically, with visitors spending money in local shops and attractions. Having the waterfront as the backdrop for the fan village, placed one of Liverpool’s most recognisable pieces of architecture at the forefront of the Contest’s coverage.

Heading along the waterfront from the Eurovision Village, visitors could appreciate the Museum of Liverpool’s musical piano key steps. This interactive experience proved to be popular with families with young children, a nice touch to ensure people of all ages could appreciate the activities.

The Albert Dock, which itself is a prime example of how urban regeneration can breathe new life into a dilapidated area, was a hive of activity. The numerous bars and restaurants that line the dock were all busy with visitors, plenty of whom were sporting different flags and face paints supporting their respective nations. The shape of the dock means that people can appreciate different sight lines of the waterfront and the rest of the city, compared to the linear nature of following the promenade along the river. Similar to Pier Head, the atmosphere here was one of unity and togetherness, personifying the motto for this years Contest “United by Music”.

The benefits of hosting large scale events such as Eurovision, in such a successful manner, cannot be understated. It allows a city to cement their identity and culture to a far-reaching audience, which can potentially be used to rebrand itself. For Liverpool, it was an opportunity to put on a great show on behalf of Ukraine, successfully embracing both Ukrainian culture and the vibrancy that is typical of Eurovision. Future Eurovision host cities will look to Liverpool as the benchmark. As a city with so much musical heritage, Liverpool relished the opportunity to host Europe’s biggest party.

Shaun Hyde, Planner, Planning & Design Practice Ltd

United by Music – Liverpool hosts the 2023 Eurovision song contest.

Class Q to transform livestock building to new home

22nd February 202322nd February 2023 by Gary Stringer

Building on our previous successes, Planning & Design Practice are delighted to confirm another Class Q conversion, allowing our clients to change the use of, and convert an unused agricultural building to form a new house at a farm in Breadsall, Derbyshire.

The Permitted Development rights, commonly referred to as Class Q, is the right to convert agricultural buildings into homes as a matter of principle and has been with us since 2014.

Permitted Development (PD) is the right of an owner to develop their land within limits prescribed by a piece of legislation known as a General Permitted Development Order. The point of the order was originally to allow minor developments to go ahead without having to go through the planning application process, for example, small extensions to houses.

In the interest of simplifying the planning system and boosting the supply of houses, the government extended PD rights to include the right to change agricultural buildings to homes. Originally proposed as a temporary measure, this has since been made permanent.

The farm in this case lies just outside of the Breadsall settlement boundary within the Green Belt and is accessed from Rectory Lane, just north of Breadsall village. The site is bounded by open agricultural land to the north and east with trees to the west and residential buildings to the southwest.

The building that is to be converted is a steel portal framed agricultural building measuring approximately 18m (L) x 9m (W) x 4.8 (H). The building is finished with concrete block work, horizontal timber boarding and corrugated metal cladding. Unused since 2013, the building was last used to house livestock as part of an established agricultural holding.

The application is submitted in accordance with Class Q, Schedule 2, Part 3 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 that permits the change of use and conversion of an agricultural building to a dwellinghouse or dwellinghouses (Use Class C3).

The building will be converted into a 2 bed roomed house, comprising an open plan kitchen/living/dining area, two ensuite bedrooms, bathroom, office, pantry and boot room.

The proposed conversion would retain all of the existing exterior cladding which will be repaired and treated where necessary and retained in situ during conversion. The existing steel frame would remain intact with no demolition proposed as part of the application. The building will be internally insulated with the insertion of new windows and doors to the extent reasonably necessary to provide light and ventilation to the new home.

The proposed conversion would give a total combined habitable floor space of approximately 171m2 across the ground floor. A domestic curtilage is proposed to the southwest of the building of no more than 171m2 (i.e. no larger than the footprint of the building). Parking spaces will be provided within the residential curtilage.

The external alterations to the building have been sensitively designed to respect the agricultural character of the existing building and its rural surroundings. The insertion of new windows and doors are necessary to provide a functional but attractive internal living environment.

Barn Conversions have been with us for many years and have grown in popularity since the 1990’s. There are now many examples of these unique, homes up and down the country. Each with its own character. Working with either a ‘modern’ or traditional barn can both yield spectacular results when approached in the right way. The key is to work with the building and its context to produce something that is unique to that particular site.

We have vast experience of working on barn conversions both via full planning and/or prior approval (Class Q) application routes. For a free, no obligation consultation to discuss your project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch on 01332 347371.

Andrew Stock, Associate Director – Chartered Town Planner, Planning & Design Practice Ltd

Successful collaboration sees bungalow transformed

21st February 2023 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice have secured planning permission to extend and alter a detached bungalow to provide a front porch, a single-storey rear extension, a flat-roofed rear dormer at first-floor height and associated alterations. The site lies in a residential area of Stockport surrounded by homes of a similar character.

The rationale for the development was driven by a desire for the client to enhance their bungalow, to provide more living space in their home. We worked with Urban Design & Consult Ltd to prepare and submit a full planning application addressing design concerns from the officer’s comments on a previously submitted application, which was withdrawn earlier in 2022. The previous application consisted of a distinctively different design compared to the rest of the street scene which could have caused overlooking and loss of privacy for neighbouring residents. However, the revised design ensured privacy and was a more modest proposition in relation to the existing street scene.

The proposed porch will incorporate a pitched roof in line with the dwelling and similar to neighbouring homes. The rear extensions including the rear dormer are in keeping with the street scene as many other local detached bungalows have undertaken renovations and extensions in recent years. The proposed flat roofed rear dormer follows the limitations of permitted development. All materials will match the existing dwelling and rear elevations will not be readily visible from public vantage points.

Due to the Borough Council’s specific requirements for extensions to homes [Extensions and Alterations to Dwellings SPD (2011)], the bungalow was required to use matching materials for any extensions to the existing property, respecting the shape and form of the bungalow. Additionally, the front porch is a reduced, modest design, when compared to the previously proposed extension, through retaining the appearance of openness around the dwelling, being appropriate in size and respecting existing materials.

We are excited to see work progress on site to enhance the client’s home after a swift approval, and look forward to seeing the completed project.

Whether you need help from a planning expert to decide what you might be able to achieve, or help designing your dream home, here at Planning & Design we will listen to your aspirations and help you to understand what can be achieved.

Our team of experienced professionals work with home owners on a daily basis to provide the technical knowledge, design ideals and relevant expertise to help guide you through what can be a daunting process.

With you every step of the way, from the conception of an idea to the production of design proposals and the achievement of planning permission, we can then help you get Building Regulations approval and, if needed, we can help with contract administration & overseeing the building work.

For more information and a no obligation consultation on how we can help you achieve your dream home, call us on 01332 347371 or email enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Main image: Urban Design & Consult Ltd

Section 73 Planning Success

17th March 202325th January 2023 by Gary Stringer

Our planning team have recently gained Section 73 approval at planning committee for our client Meadowview Homes , which will allow for amendments to the approved house types at a development at Highstairs Lane, Stretton, in Derbyshire.

The site in Stretton previously gained permission for a new housing development of 28 dwellings in 2015 through an outline application and subsequent reserved matters applications. Meadowview Homes have since purchased the land from the previous developers and wished to amend the approved applications to include their own house types, whilst adhering to the layout and principles of the previous approvals. We came to the conclusion that two Section 73 applications, on the approved reserved matters applications, was the most efficient and appropriate approach in this scenario.

The proposed house types include a mix of two-story semi-detached, detached and terraced dwellings, which have been designed to reflect local traditional details. These include a range of 2- to 5-bed roomed dwellings, which provides a range of accommodation that adds to the housing choice within the village. The proposal also offers additional protection compared to the previous scheme with regards to the Root Protection Areas of retained trees to the west of the site.

For a Section 73 all the following conditions must be met:

The site boundary is not changed
The siting, landscape, scale, and height is not significantly changed
The use is not changed.
The appearance is not adversely affected.
The change is compliant with local planning policy and with the conditions attached to the original permission.
Changes to windows or other openings that do not impact on neighbouring properties.
The interests of parties consulted about the original application are not disadvantaged.

Throughout the application process, we worked closely with the Council to ensure a positive outcome for our clients. Our planners have worked in the public and private sectors, and have excellent working relations with Local Planning Authorities as was demonstrated in this case.

Planning & Design Practice is a multi-disciplinary team of Town Planners, Architects, Architectural Assistants and Design Professionals. We can take a project through from inception to completion but we also offer the flexibility to engage a client’s own architects and provide a planning service, whilst our design team can also work with clients who have engaged other town planning professionals. We have extensive knowledge about the policies and procedures of individual councils and the approach taken by planning officers and Councillors.

For a no obligation consultation to discuss your project or property, please get in touch on 01332 347371 or by email at enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk

All images: Meadowview Homes

Building regulations

13th February 202325th January 2023 by Gary Stringer

We are pleased to be able to say we have been granted building regulations approval for two projects. The first being a barn conversion forming an extension to a dwelling, dealing with the complications caused by insulating solid walls and turning a space not designed for living in, into a comfortable dwelling extension. The second being a stone extension to a traditional dwelling in North Derbyshire where careful consideration was required to ensure the proposed roof structure worked alongside a complicated existing structure.

Understanding Building Regulations

Building regulations are a key set of guidelines and standards that all the vast majority of construction projects within the United Kingdom must comply with. These regulations cover a wide range of issues; including fire safety, energy efficiency and accessibility, ensuring that all buildings are safe, somewhat energy efficient and fit for purpose.

It is essential for clients to understand the importance of building regulations and to work closely with their architects to ensure that their construction projects meet all the necessary standards. Compliance with building regulations not only ensures safety and accessibility, but it can also lead to cost savings in the long run for the client, by making the property more energy efficient. It is worth noting that the energy efficiency standards set by UK building regulations should be taken as minimums and not a target.

Finally, it’s important to take into account that not having building regulations approval can make it difficult to sell a property and will certainly negatively impact its value.

In summary, building regulations play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, energy efficiency, and accessibility of buildings in the UK. Compliance with these regulations can bring financial benefits to the client and end user and it is crucial for clients to carefully consider how their project will comply with building regulations when planning out their own projects.

Here at Planning & Design Practice we can take care of your own construction projects, all the way through from the first planning appraisal to the completed projects sign off. This would be done with the help from our team of Chartered Town Planners, RIBA registered Architects and Architectural Technologists, ensuring that planning, design & technical details are all professionally handled from the very beginning of your project.

For a no obligation consultation to discuss your project, please contact us on 01332 347371 or email enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Traditional cottage reimagined

25th January 2023 by Gary Stringer

The design process for a planning application to renovate and extend this traditional cottage farmhouse in Threapwood near the village of Alton, Derbyshire began back in 2019. Gaining planning permission in Staffordshire Moorlands District is often challenging, so after five different design schemes were submitted in order to satisfy the Council, both Planning & Design Practice and our clients, the home owners are delighted that planning has finally been granted.

The owners decided to take on Threapwood farm from their relatives, and make it their forever home. The brief was to create an open plan kitchen and dining area, separate living space/snug, a larger main bedroom with ensuite and walk in wardrobe. It was important for the owners to try and retain as much of the existing history and character of the cottage as possible whilst upgrading the cottage to suit more modern standards. Removing an existing white UPVC conservatory and replacing it, was high on this list of improvements.

Whilst the cottage retained its full Permitted Development rights, the proposals could have included a single storey extension up to 8m and a two storey of up to 3m. However, both Planning & Design and the owners felt that this type of extension would not be appropriate to the size and scale of the existing cottage.

The owners also wanted to make use of the existing barn space, which is attached to the main cottage, as extra living space. A separate planning application for this was submitted.

Comprising RTPI Chartered town planners, RIBA Chartered Architects and architectural assistants, plus heritage specialists, our staff bring a wealth of experience from a range of backgrounds and various parts of the UK and Europe.

Our planners have worked in the public & private sectors, and have excellent working relations with Local Planning Authorities. This often proves invaluable and is a key to our success.

Our team of RIBA Chartered Architects and Architectural Assistants have a wealth of experience working with homeowners, developers and the public sector.

With values rooted in friendly service, integrity, teamwork and meeting client’s expectations, we provide honest and sound advice, mediate when required and maintain high professional standards.

For a no obligation consultation to discuss how we can help you achieve your dream forever home, please contact us on 01332 347371 or email enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

2022 – the year in review

3rd January 202321st December 2022 by Gary Stringer

As the year draws to a close and the holidays approach, our Director Ricard Pigott looks back to review what has been an interesting year, and looks ahead to the opportunities of 2023.

Review 2022

The annual rush to get things submitted and completed before Christmas at Planning & Design Practice has for us this year been punctuated by an unusual distraction in the form of the football World Cup. I have to admit that I was supporting Argentina in the final largely because of their universally loved number 10. Lionel Messi retired from international football in 2016 because of a catalogue of ‘painful’ failures but he was tempted back and managed to win the big one at the 5th time of asking. I think one of the key lessons from that victory was that if you keep persevering and ‘doing the right things’, anything is possible if you work as a collective and have strong leadership.

Which brings me to one of the issues of the day, Climate Change. Progress on reducing the UK’s carbon emissions appears slow, largely because local and national policies and government action appear to be out of step with public opinion. A YouGov survey has found that 80 per cent of people in the UK support regulations making solar panels mandatory on new-build houses (only 9 per cent oppose this). The survey also found that 66 per cent believe that battery storage should be included in new homes to increase the efficiency of solar panels while 60 per cent want to see heat pumps included in all new-build homes, with just 17 per cent opposed. MCS Charitable Foundation, who commissioned the survey, argue that unless a requirement for all new-build homes to have solar panels, battery storage and heat pumps as standard is included in the government’s Future Homes Standard, carbon targets will be hard to meet. And who can argue with this? If housebuilders know that these measures are mandatory they can be factored into costs from an early stage, safe in the knowledge that they are delivering a superior ‘product’ that is better adapted to meet our future needs.

It is encouraging to see that the moratorium on wind power seems to be coming to an end after more than a decade when it has been nigh on impossible to get planning permission to erect an on-shore wind turbine. You can read more about that HERE.

When it comes to retrofit and home improvements, the system is also out of step with the views of ordinary people. An article in the Architects’ Journal in February summed it up perfectly: “Rules governing listed buildings prevent us from upgrading single glazing on homes – completely bonkers when you consider our uphill struggle to sustainably retrofit the UK’s existing housing stock. We have removed the common sense factor in determining planning decisions; the idea that the natural state of a window would outweigh the need to reduce a building’s carbon footprint is perplexing.”

At a local policy level, whilst some local planning authorities are adopting their own supplementary planning documents or reviewing their Local Plan policies on tackling climate change, we feel that they could go further to raise standards. It remains a very important issues for local councillors, reflecting the public mood.

The requirement to achievement Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) on all developments larger than householder improvements is now becoming a reality and will become law from November 2023. BNG is an approach to development, and/or land management, that aims to leave the natural environment in a measurably better state (at least 10% better) than it was beforehand.

However, there remains uncertainty about how exactly this should be secured in instances where it can be achieved on site and even more uncertainty about how it can be achieved where net gain needs to delivered off site. The availability of offsite land to deliver BNG requirements appears to be a challenge but an even greater concern appears to be whether Local Planning Authorities have an appropriate administrative resource and skillset to deal with BNG in a timely manner.

For Planning & Design , we have had another year with many proud achievements for our clients and more details can be found on the News page on our website. Particular highlights include helping to provide a significant boost to rural employment opportunities in the Derbyshire Dales, planning permission for a new wedding venue in South Derbyshire, securing the change of use for a Derby drinking landmark, ongoing success in delivering Class Q barn conversions, and being recognised as an RIBA chartered architectural practice. All this in a year in which we celebrated our 20th Anniversary in providing town planning services, architectural expertise and specialised heritage advice.

We are delighted to have continued to work with a diverse range of clients including landowners, existing business owners, farmers and other architects including Matthew Montague, John Smedleys Ltd, Chevin Homes, Derby and Burton University Hospitals Trust, Evans Vettori, Derbyshire County Council, Elvaston Castle and Garden Trust, Callow Hall – Wildhive, Meadowview Homes, and Microsoft Rare Ltd.

In Derby we have got used to being largely back in the office again after 2 years of hybrid working and we can also celebrate another successful year for the Sheffield office which resulted in a move to the iconic Park Hill development, the Grade II* listed set of buildings overlooking the city.

Looking towards 2023, I can only hope that local planning authorities and other key organisations within the planning system can be better resourced as we are finding that 8 and 13 week determination deadlines are becoming increasingly meaningless. Reduced funding and a loss of senior staff has inevitably led to a gap in training and expertise, which in turn leads to longer application times and delays in the development process which has knock on effects for jobs, the economy and the environment. We are doing our bit at Planning & Design to develop our own talent by taking on graduates, sandwich year students and apprentices, and this has always been the approach taken by our long time MD and founder, Jonathan Jenkin, who is retiring at Christmas. We are very sad to see Jonathan hang up his scale ruler but wish him all the best in the future.

All that remains for me to say is that we will continue to strive for ever more sustainable development and hope to see many of you in person over the next 12 months. I would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Richard Pigott, Director, Planning & Design Practice Ltd

Planning permission homes vintage vehicles

13th December 2022 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice Ltd are pleased to announce that planning permission has been secured for the construction of an outbuilding in North East Derbyshire. The building will act as ancillary residential accommodation to the existing dwelling and will primarily provide a storage area for the client to store vintage vehicles.

In line with our clients brief the Architectural Team, in collaboration with the Planning Team, prepared a scheme that would sit comfortably within the curtilage of the existing dwelling and not have an overbearing presence on local area. The scheme took into consideration the potential impact on the character of the area and the amenity of the neighbours. These considerations informed the final scheme.

The proposed building contained a vehicle storage area, home office, gym and a workshop and will be steel framed, with timber and brick cladding and a sheet metal roof.

The Planning system supports the construction of outbuildings and ancillary accommodation by householders where the buildings are used in conjunction with the enjoyment of the dwellinghouse. The General Permitted Development Order 2015, as amended, allows residents to cover up to half the garden in outbuildings without planning permission but subject to height limitations. The application for planning permission was required because of the proposed height and the proximity to the boundary.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd is a multi-disciplinary team of Chartered Town Planners, Architects, Architectural Assistants and Heritage Specialists. Gaining planning permission is a key step in almost any development. We can take a project through from inception to completion, but we also offer the flexibility to engage a client’s own architects and provide a planning service, whilst our design team can also work with clients who have engaged other town planning professionals.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd are well versed in researching and understanding local Council’s policies to ensure the best possible case if put forward for our clients.

For a free, no obligation consultation to discuss your project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch on 01332 347371 or enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

No long faces at Long Meadows Farm following double Appeal success!

5th December 202216th November 2022 by Gary Stringer

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Planning & Design Practice Ltd successfully overturned two separate decisions (which ran concurrently with each other) to refuse planning permission for the erection of two agricultural buildings at the same remote farmstead, Long Meadows in Derbyshire Dales.

Appeal Statement of Cases were prepared by Planning & Design Practice’s Planning Team on behalf of the Appellant, against Derbyshire Dales District Councils decision to refuse the applications. The Council resolved to refuse planning permission for the proposed developments under delegated powers for the following reasons:

Appeal 1: The Local Planning Authority is not satisfied that the new building, which is remote from the applicant’s main farm buildings and land holding is justified or necessary to sustain the needs of the agricultural enterprise, in addition to the existing building at this location. As such, the development is considered to constitute unwarranted and encroaching development that is intrinsically harmful to the character and appearance of this part of the countryside contrary to Policies S4, PD1 and PD5 of the Adopted Derbyshire Dales Local Plan (2017) and guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework.

Appeal 2: Based on the information provided, the Local Planning Authority is not satisfied that the new building, in addition to the existing building on site is necessary to sustain agriculture on the unit/holding and as such constitutes unwarranted and encroaching development that is intrinsically harmful to the character and appearance of this part of the countryside contrary Policies S4, PD1 and PD5 of the Adopted Derbyshire Dales Local Plan (2017) and guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework.

The Council argued that the buildings were not necessary to sustain agriculture on the unit/holding when having regard to existing buildings on site. The Council further contended that no justification has been submitted to justify the siting of the building on this specific parcel of land, and therefore the building is not justified.

The applications and appeals were accompanied by a detailed assessment of our clients farming operations, as well as supporting letters from the National Farmers Union which reaffirmed the need for the additional agricultural buildings on site.

The Planning Inspector agreed with our assessment, stating:

“Whilst there is an existing storage building at the appeal site, it was clear from my observations on site that this building is near to its practical capacity for storage. The provision of a further storage building at the appeal site would ensure that more of the agricultural paraphernalia, such as machinery, feeds stuffs and fodder, can be stored inside rather than, as at the time of my visit, outside the existing building. This storage building would therefore also help support the agricultural business and its growth.”

The Inspector, when considering Paragraph 84 of the National Planning Policy Framework, which supports rural development where it would enable the sustainable growth and expansion of businesses in rural areas including agricultural businesses, resolved to allow both appeals stating “it has been demonstrated that both proposals would be necessary to support and grow the existing agricultural business”.

If you have had planning permission refused or would like to discuss your options or chances at appeal, please get in contact for a free no obligation discussion.

Andrew Stock, Associate Director – Chartered town Planner, Planning & Design Practice Ltd.

Rural employment boost for Derbyshire Dales!

22nd November 202216th November 2022 by Gary Stringer

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Planning & Design Practice Ltd is pleased to announce that planning permission has been secured for erection of two B8 (Storage and distribution) and E(g)(iii) (Industrial Processes) buildings in Derbyshire Dales. The buildings would be subdivided into nine individual units, and will provide a significant boost to rural employment opportunities.

In line with our clients brief the Architectural Team in collaboration with the Planning Team at Planning and Design Practice prepared a sensitive scheme that would make efficient use of land in terms of maximising the number and size of unit’s deliverable on site, whilst minimising the potential impacts on the countryside and the setting of the a nearby Conservation Area.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd, Architects Derby, Architects Sheffield, Planning Consultants Derby, Planning Consultants Sheffield, Derbyshire Dales — ***Figure 1:*** *Proposed layout plan*

The smaller of the two buildings (Building G) will consist of 2 no. units measuring approximately 18m x 12.5m (222 sqm per unit).

***Figure 2:*** *Elevations of Building G*

The larger of the two building (Building H) will consist of 7 no. units measuring approximately 9m x 18m (166 sqm per unit).

***Figure 3:*** *Elevations of Building H*

It was successfully argued that the redevelopment of the site for new build B8 (Storage and distribution) and E(g)(iii) (Industrial Processes) units would be an appropriate form of employment development within the defined countryside as it would represent an opportunity to create much needed rural employment opportunities within the area. The development will support the local economy by providing a range of fit for purpose modern commercial units for local residents within the area which will in turn contribute towards the creation and retention of rural employment opportunities.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd is a multi-disciplinary team of Charactered Town Planners, Architects, Architectural Assistants and Heritage Specialists. Gaining planning permission is a key step in almost any development. We can take a project through from inception to completion, but we also offer the flexibility to engage a client’s own architects and provide a planning service, whilst our design team can also work with clients who have engaged other town planning professionals.