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Fallback approval secured in Derbyshire Dales

17th April 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice is delighted to announce that Full planning permission has been secured for the change of use and reconstruction of agricultural buildings to form a single house near Kniveton, Derbyshire (Derbyshire Dales District Council), utilising the clients fallback position.

The approval relates to a range of former agricultural buildings. The ‘Green Barn’ is the smaller of the two steel portal framed agricultural buildings on site. This building is enclosed on three and a half sides, with the half open side facing the other barn.

Fallback — **Figure 1:** Photograph of the Green Barn

The ‘Black Barn’ is the larger of the two steel portal framed agricultural buildings which is physically linked to a traditional stone and tile barn. The buildings are fully enclosed. The modern addition is finished in corrugated sheets above a concrete panel plinth.

***Figure 2:*** *Photograph of the Black Barn*

The traditional stone building would be converted, and the larger steel portal farmed buildings would be rebuilt and linked by a structural two storey glazed link forming a generous 4 bedroom house.

The dwelling would comprise an open plan kitchen/dining area, living room, cinema/bar, dog room, utility room, entrance hall, glazed link, swimming pool, gym, store and plant room on the ground floor and a master bedroom with dressing room and ensuite, mezzanine study, and 3 bedrooms each with ensuites across the first floor.

The conversion of the traditional stone building and the rebuild of the steel portal framed buildings would allow the use of much more modern building techniques which will ultimately encourage a more energy efficient building, towards Passive House standards. A solar PV array would provide the majority of the electricity for the house.

Full planning permission was sought as the proposed works fell out outside of the scope of Class Q legislation. It was successfully argued that the application should be assessed in the context of a realistic fallback position where, in planning terms, the existing building can be converted to a residential use following a previous Class Q approval.

Fallback schemes are something Planning & Design Practice Ltd are well versed in.

The term “fallback” is used in when an existing consent confirms that the principle of development which can then be used as a lever to gaining full planning permission. For example, if prior approval had been obtained to carry out the conversion of an agricultural building to a residential dwelling via Class Q (agricultural to residential conversion), this then allows the existing fallback position (in this case the Class Q prior approval) to be applied to a full planning application for a similar scheme.

The permitted development right legislation is a notoriously complicated and complex issue with many Planning Authorities. Since the permitted development right legislation was introduced, there have been several notable appeal decisions which have altered and clarified how Class Q applications should be dealt with by an Authority.

It is an area of planning which also attracts the interests of those people who wish to push the extent of their properties in the green belt using householder permitted development rights. Particularly in those instances when local plan policies are restrictive on the amount of extension allowed.

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

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

Electrifying partnership with Down to Earth Derby

20th March 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice (PDP) believe in collaboration and are “electrified” to announce that they have joined Derby’s nature-based regeneration journey by partnering with Down to Earth Derby (DTE) as part of their Corporate Sponsorship programme.

With links to Cornwall’s eco-focused Eden Project, Down to Earth Derby are an independent catalyst for nature-based regeneration, describing themselves as:

‘A movement with a mission to help our communities make living with nature a part of everyday life. Our vision: Derby as a thriving, sustainable city run by happy, healthy, and proud people.’

Planning & Design Practice wholeheartedly agree with their values and vision and decided that we wanted to support them and get involved too. They requested that we bring our design expertise to spruce up the toilet area of their award-winning city-centre community garden and event space, Electric Daisy. Launched in June 2023 Electric Daisy is:

‘A botanical garden meets, late night cocktail bar, in this commercially driven concept. Surrounded by the growing aromats that make their drinks taste so good, customers can sip amongst nature, while providing us with funds to support our wider vision.’

Toilets are not the most attractive thing but are nevertheless essential for a venue such as Electric Daisy. We were able to use our DIY and creative skills to transform a utilitarian looking Portaloo into something which is much more in keeping with the tranquil garden vibe that Down to Earth Derby are trying to achieve.

On a cold March morning six members of our team arrived with a plan, three inside the toilet decorating and three outside constructing cladding and trellis, upcycling old sheds and bits of salvaged wood. The design inside the toilet was created using acrylic paints and now hand painted electric daisies adorn the walls. The woodwork was painted black to modernise and the overall effect was much fresher than before and ready to welcome guests when the venue reopens soon.

Down to Earth Derby’s business strategy and scalability lead Ross Nicholson had this to say after seeing the results:

‘Big shout out to Planning & Design Practice for becoming a corporate sponsor at Electric Daisy and for a great day converting our shabby toilet block (inside and out) into a shed (kind of!) which blends much better with the community garden and events space. A brilliant day’s work, which means we can now crack on with letting nature does its thing – growing stuff up, in and around it. Banging job. Will look great. Thanks so much’.

As well as working on the relaunch of Electric Daisy, Down to Earth Derby have also been commissioned by Wavensmere Homes to create an expansive community garden within its Nightingale Quarter development, on the site of the former Derbyshire Royal Infirmary. The £40,000 pilot project will see an interactive garden and allotment space created on the 18.5-acre and is planned to be unveiled in late spring. If successful the approach will be rolled out across Wavensmere’s city-wide portfolio, creating magnets for nature, wildlife, and people across the city.

Planning & Design Practice had a really great day using all our DIY and artistic skills and look forward to visiting the venue, to raise a glass when Electric Daisy reopens for 2024 on Friday 29th March. See you there!

Planning & Design Practice Ltd is a multi-disciplinary team of town planning consultants, architects and heritage specialists. Based in Derbyshire, we are perfectly located to work nationally for our clients. We offer a comprehensive range of services, specialising in Town Planning, Architecture, Heritage and Urban Design. For more information on our team, or our services, please contact us on 01332 347371 or email enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk

Change of Use creates specialised grocery store

20th March 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice have secured planning permission for the change of use of the ground floor of a dwelling from residential (Use Class C3) to display or retail sale of goods (Class E(a)) including the installation of a new shop frontage in Normanton, an edge-of-centre location in Derby. This will create an intercontinental and specialised grocery store with a specific focus on South Asian cuisine, which demonstrates a large portion of the diverse demographic within the Normanton District Centre.

The location of the site is in an existing residential area with excellent transport links into Derby City Centre. This sustainable location means local residents will have greater access to groceries closer to their homes.

A previous application on the site was refused in December 2023 for an identical scheme. This was refused due to a lack of evidence of an adequate sequential approach to site selection. Therefore, for this application, a sequential test was completed, as required by policy CP13 of the Local Plan due to the site being considered for retail uses within an edge-of-centre district. The submitted sequential test studied a total of 8 estate agents’ websites and consisted of a site visit along Normanton Road District Centre to discover a site for let capable of accommodating under 150m2 of retail space with a street-facing elevation. This concluded that there was only one unit available to let in the district and it was too large for the proposed use. Therefore, the proposal was in line with the intentions of the policy.

The officer concluded that the proposal complies with the relevant policies of the Development Plan. The proposal is deemed acceptable in design, amenity, policy and highway terms. The site is sustainably located, there would be no increased noise or activity level and the design of the shopfront will have minimal intrusion on the terraced row of properties. The previous reason for refusal has been addressed, therefore, the change of use is acceptable in the edge-of-centre location.

Planning & Design Practice has a wealth of experience in securing planning permission for commercial projects, in particular those with the need for a sequential test. We look forward to seeing this project progress to provide a new grocery store in Derby.

Megan Askham, Planner – Planning & Design Practice Ltd.

Great Northern Classics – Driving our heritage

19th March 202419th March 2024 by Gary Stringer

Samuel Young, part of our Planning Team recently attended a Marketing Derby Bondholder event at Great Northern Classics, off of Osmaston Road, Derby. The aims of the centre, which has recently opened its doors to the general public is to preserve and propagate crucial skills for the classic vehicle industry, which in the UK alone it is estimated to be worth around £6bn. Read on for more information on the history of this important heritage asset, and the plans for its future.

Great Northern Classics

The site of the Great Northern Classics has many links to industry with the previous use not only as the Victoria Ironworks site, but also the site of Rolls Royce Foundry. Victoria Ironworks was an Iron casting business originally under the title of Eastwood and Swingle Ltd when the building was constructed in the early 1850s. The company went on to produce Iron beams for more than 235 bridges in India as well as railways in Japan. This factory still stands as it did in 1850 due to the preservation of this important heritage asset.

The Ironworks with help from Rolls Royce, produced the Eagle Engine which powered 50 different aircraft and airships during World War I. The site, which was then occupied by Rolls Royce up until the 1980s, today serves as a classic car storage unit with a learning facility to introduce new skills to the next generation of car mechanics.

Research by Historic England (2016) found the gross value of the heritage industry to be around £21.7bn. In the East Midlands alone the heritage industry contributes £1.26 bn to the local economy, generating as many as 22,000 jobs in the region.

Great Northern Classics’s plans for the Ironworks will further contribute to the East Midland’s economy. It will help revive the surrounding community, generate local jobs and create a cultural destination centre in the heart of Derby.

Planning & Design Practice’s Heritage Team play a key role in preserving these iconic buildings which play such an important role in showing the heritage of Derby. Planning & Design Practice are a Multi- disciplinary practice of Charted Town Planners, RIBA Certified Architects and Heritage Consultants which together work to create new developments whilst also protecting historic buildings and locations.

The retention of Heritage is a key focus for Planning & Design Practices Heritage team. Planning & Design Practice are well versed in working with Heritage Assets and Listed Buildings such as the Industrial units situated on Osmaston Road, Derby.

Great Northern Classics also features a car show room with the dealership Pinchbeck. Pinchbeck are one of the UK’s leading luxury car dealerships selling cars such as McLarens, Porsches, Land Rovers and Aston Martins.

As well as preserving the Historic infrastructure of yesteryear, the site of the Great Northern Classics shows a great facility for educating and maintaining the practical hands-on skills which are needed to preserve the classic cars of the future.

It is important not only to preserve these skills but also to preserve the buildings which have served a great purpose in our past. Heritage is the future. But it needs protecting. And that’s the aim of Great Northern Classics.

Planning & Design Practice are a multi-disciplinary practice of Planners, Architects and heritage Consultants which could help you retain and repurpose your heritage asset, produce innovative architectural designs or provide Planning advice on your project. Planning & Design Practice have in house heritage specialists who work on a variety of projects that are concerned with Listed Building Consent, Conservation Areas and World Heritage Sites. We always work with the client and the councils to get the best outcome.

If heritage is a deciding factor in your future development plans, please get in touch to find out how we can help you, on 01332 347371 or email enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Three is the magic number for Class Q applications

19th March 202419th March 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice are delighted to announce three successful Class Q applications, as well as a successful full planning application for the creation of a new home. This successful planning application will allow our client to change the use of, and convert, a number of unused agricultural buildings which can become new homes in East Staffordshire.

The site is made up of a number of agricultural buildings, all of which have the same modern agricultural style, consisting of metal sheet cladding. Additionally, there was a red brick farm shop building also located at the site.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd submitted three separate Class Q applications to convert 3 of these agricultural buildings to 4 dwellinghouses. Each application had to ensure complete compliance with Class Q legislation, whilst also respecting the rural aesthetic of the local area. The full application also intended to maintain the external appearance of the farm shop, with minimal alterations proposed as part of the application.

An accompanying structural report concluded that the building was structurally sound and capable of conversion.

The Class Q applications resulted in the creation of 2 two bedroom houses and 2 four bed houses, with each one benefiting from open plan living, kitchen and dining areas, as well as outdoor amenity space. The farm shop will be used as a two bedroom dwelling, with a large kitchen diner and snug living space.

The site was located outside the settlement boundary of Bramshall. The site benefits from being located in a tranquil, rural area with large open countryside on all sides.

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.

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 conception 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. Class Q applications, listed building consent, architectural services – we can help.

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.

Planning pedigree – permission secured for redevelopment of a former kennels within the Green Belt!

26th February 202421st February 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice are delighted to announce that Full planning permission has been secured for the demolition of existing redundant outbuildings, and the erection of a 5 bedroom house and a detached garage at a former kennels located to the south of Morley, Derbyshire (Erewash Borough Council).

Former Kennels — **Figure 2:** Approved Cross-Section

The house would be of quasi-agricultural appearance in terms of its size, scale, design and finish with a traditional palette of materials including red brick, standing seam metal and plain roof tiles are proposed. The dwelling would comprise an entrance hall, open plan kitchen/living/snug area, utility/boot room, WC living room, study, shower room, plant room, media room and store on the ground floor and 5no. bedrooms (with ensuites) across the first floor.

A detached double garage with accommodation above is proposed to the rear of the site.

Planning & Design Practice - Approved Floor plans for Former Kennels — **Figure 3:** Approved Floor Plans

A standalone solar PV array would be located at the rear of the site would provide the majority of the electricity for the house. Primary heating would be provided by an Air Source Heat Pump system.

The site is located within the Derby and Nottingham Green Belt and was formerly occupied by kennels which contains a number of redundant buildings of varying size, scale and condition.

Criterion g) of Paragraph 154 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2023) is most pertinent to this development proposal as it supports ‘complete redevelopment of previously developed land’, which would:

‒ not have a greater impact on the openness of the Green Belt than the existing development; or

‒ not cause substantial harm to the openness of the Green Belt, where the development would re-use previously developed land and contribute to meeting an identified affordable housing need within the area of the local planning authority.

When having regard to the nature of the application which is for the demolition of existing commercial buildings and the erection of a single open market dwelling house, the key assessment for the Planning Team was to demonstrate that the proposed redevelopment would not have a greater impact on the openness of the Green Belt than the existing situation.

It was proposed to demolish 7 of the existing buildings on site which have a combined floor area of approximately 734m2 (approximately 1869m3). The combined floor area of the proposed dwelling was approximately 481m2 (approximately 1456m3). The proposed design, layout, appearance and finish is considered to be complementary to the local distinctiveness of the site which would be read as a plain utilitarian functional agricultural building and would sit comfortably against the host residential house.

It was successfully argued that the proposed redevelopment would result in a reduced built form with a building of a lesser scale and proportions thus significantly enhance the openness of the Green Belt by the significant reduction of built development within the immediate and wider site context, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework.

For a free, no obligation consultation to discuss your project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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

Green belt opportunities

20th February 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice are pleased to announce the approval of an outline application for the demolition of outbuildings including an old barn allowing the erection of a new home within the Derbyshire Green Belt.

The site is located in Heage, a village in the parish of Ripley in the Borough of Amber Valley. Although located on the outer edge of the settlement, the site also has a Green Belt designation. However, the site itself consisted of a previously developed piece of land with hard standing and a number of outbuildings, which had previously been used for chicken farming, stabling, storage and workshops in the last 50 years.

In the Green Belt, development is restricted in the National Planning Policy Framework, with exceptions including:

The replacement of a building, provided the new building is in the same use and not materially larger than the one it replaces;
Limited infilling in villages;
Limited infilling or the partial or complete redevelopment of previously developed land, whether redundant or in continuing use (excluding temporary buildings), which would:
- Not have a greater impact on the openness of the Green Belt than the existing development; or
- Not cause substantial harm to the openness of the Green Belt, where the development would re-use previously developed land and contribute to meeting an identified affordable housing need within the area of the local planning authority.

More specifically, Amber Valley Borough Council’s Local Plan includes a policy in which the replacement of existing dwellings is allowed in Green Belt, providing that it would not result in a disproportionate increase over the size of the original dwelling.

On behalf of our client, we applied for a bungalow which had the same floor area as the combined total of the outbuildings which were proposed to be demolished, sited in the same location as the largest outbuilding. The main arguments set forward were:

There would not be a material increase in the footprint of the building on the site;
It would be the limited infilling of a village; and
It would also be the redevelopment of previously developed land.

The Council were accepting of the proposed development in principle, and with some minor design tweaks, were happy to approve the outline application.

Other considerations for the proposed development included access from the highway, impact on the character of the area, and the impact on neighbouring amenity.

Securing Green Belt development

We have lots of experience as a practice in successful applications and appeals for Green Belt development, often providing both the planning and architecture services. For more information on the team, and our services, or to arrange for a no obligation consultation to discuss your project please contact us on 01332 347371 or enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Emily Anderson, Planner, Planning & Design Practice

We’re recruiting – Planner

6th February 202430th January 2024 by Gary Stringer

Exciting opportunities exist to join our planning team, in our Derby office.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd is a leading town planning and architectural consultancy looking to recruit a Planner to join our team.

We are a highly regarded team of professionals with development projects in a wide range of sectors including housing, commercial, leisure, agriculture and mixed use. We have an excellent record of success in achieving planning consents and our architectural team are successfully delivering high quality buildings and places. Much of our work is in rural areas and edge of urban locations and many of the sites are sensitive in landscape and historic environment terms. We are strong advocates of sustainable development.

The role will require strong verbal, written and presentation skills. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability and initiative to handle a diverse and competing workload and work to tight deadlines. Good interpersonal skills will also be necessary, as will be liaising and negotiating with the public, external consultants and organisations, Council Members and other Council departments. You will be a self-motivated individual with a demonstrable track record of problem solving and working proactively to deliver projects for either Clients or Applicants.

You will be educated to at least degree level and will be, or working towards becoming RTPI chartered.

Planner – Required skills & experience:

Experience of working on a wide range of planning projects;
Commercially aware and able to work proactively;
Articulate and able to communicate to clients and colleagues on all levels;
Good level of spoken and written English;
Excellent organisational skills.

We have an excellent track record in supporting and developing planners. We believe in giving people responsibility and autonomy and you will be given the opportunity to lead your own projects, deal directly with clients and develop your own contacts. Our learning and development offer includes mentoring, training courses and internal workshops to support Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

Salary and Benefits:

Full time permanent position – 37.5 hours per week flexitime and hybrid working arrangement
25 days holiday, plus 3 days at Christmas and Bank Holidays (36 in total)
£25,000-£32,500 – dependent on experience
Techscheme
Cycle to work scheme
Payment of RTPI membership fees
Regular in house CPD events

Join our Planning Team

To be considered for interview please provide a cover letter, CV and examples of your written work to: enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Strictly no agency interest please

We’re recruiting – Heritage Planner/ Heritage Consultant

31st January 2024 by Gary Stringer

Do you have an appreciation for preserving and celebrating our cultural heritage?

Planning & Design Practice Ltd is a team of town planning consultants, architects and heritage specialists. Based in Derbyshire, and with an office in Sheffield, we are looking for a Heritage Planner/ Consultant to join our team.

We are looking to expand our Heritage team with a Planner who has a specialist interest in heritage conservation, or a Heritage Consultant familiar with the planning process.

The role will include writing heritage appraisals, preparing listed building applications and planning applications affecting conservation areas and World Heritage sites, and as advising clients as well as our own Architects and Planners.

An interest in local history and a good knowledge of the local area would be preferable.

We recognise the importance of the built heritage in our towns, villages and rural areas. The role would be working with, and to support an IHBC (Institute of Historic Building Conservation) planner and a Specialist Conservation Architect. You will be a vital part of our team, contributing your expertise to a variety of heritage projects.

Our heritage work was recognised and awarded the Highly Commended Certificate for Excellence in Planning for Heritage & Culture at the 2019 RTPI East Midlands Awards for Planning Excellence, for our work on the redevelopment of the ‘East Site’ at John Smedley Mills, Lea Bridge. As Heritage Planning Consultants our clients include Derbyshire County Council, Elvaston Castle and Garden Trust, Clowes Developments, Chevin Homes and Meadowview Homes among others.

Salary and working hours negotiable.

Additional Benefits:

Generous holiday allowance including Christmas and Bank Holidays
Techscheme
Cycle to work scheme
Regular in house CPD events

For more information on the practice and the role please get in touch by phone or email. To be considered for interview please provide a cover letter, CV and examples of your work to: enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Strictly no agency interest please

Barn storming Green Belt success!

24th January 202416th January 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice is delighted to announce that planning permission has recently been secured for the change of use and conversion of existing traditional red brick agricultural buildings to form 3 houses at a farmstead, within the Green Belt in Ockbrook, Derbyshire (Erewash Borough Council).

The application relates to a series of traditional red brick and plain tiled barns located to the rear (northwest) of the host Farmhouse. The site is bounded by open agricultural fields to the north and west, existing modern agricultural buildings to the east and a single track lane to the south. The site is wholly located within the Green Belt.

Full planning permission was sought for the change of use and conversion of existing traditional red brick agricultural buildings to form 3 dwellings with associated conversion works. A collaborative approach between Planning & Design Practice’s in-house Architects and Planning Consultants was required to produce a sensitive but functional scheme.

Barn 1 relates to a single storey ‘L’ shaped red brick and tiled barn located to the north side of the courtyard. The proposed conversion would comprise an open plan kitchen/living area, 2 bedrooms and bathroom. A residential curtilage and parking for up to 2 vehicles will be provided to the rear of the building.

**Figure 2:** Barn 1 – Approved Elevations and Floor Plans

Barn 2 relates to a split single and two storey red brick and tiled barn located toward the east side of the courtyard. The proposed conversion would comprise an open plan living/kitchen/dining area, 2 bedrooms (with ensuites), pantry and utility room with a WC on the ground floor. A single bedroom would be located on the first floor. A residential curtilage will be provided to the rear of the building and parking for up to 2 vehicles at the entrance to the site.

**Figure 3:** Barn 2 – Approved Elevations and Floor Plans

Barn 3 relates to a one and half storey red brick and tiled barn and a steel portal framed carport located along the western edge of the courtyard. The conversion would comprise an office, utility room, WC, kitchen, lounge, bedroom (with ensuite) and a snug on the ground floor and 2 bedrooms and bathroom across the first floor. A residential curtilage and parking for up to 2 vehicles will be provided to the rear and side of the building.

**Figure 4:** Barn 3 – Approved Elevations and Floor Plans

The application site is wholly located within the Green Belt. Paragraph 155 of the NPPF states certain other forms of development are also not inappropriate in the Green Belt provided they preserve its openness and do not conflict with the purposes of including land within it. These include:

“a) mineral extraction;

b) engineering operations;

c) local transport infrastructure which can demonstrate a requirement for a Green Belt location;

d) the re-use of buildings provided that the buildings are of permanent and substantial construction;

e) material changes in the use of land (such as changes of use for outdoor sport or recreation, or for cemeteries and burial grounds); and

f) development, including buildings, brought forward under a Community Right to Build Order or Neighbourhood Development Order.”

Criterion (d) was most pertinent to this application as it supports the re-use of buildings provided that the buildings are of permanent and substantial construction. The main consideration there-fore was whether or not the buildings are of permanent and substantial construction. The application was accompanied by a Structural Report which independently assessed the structural rigidity of each building to which this application relates. It was successful argued that the buildings are of permanent and substantial construction capable of being converted through carrying out some remedial and repair work.

The proposed change of use and associated conversion works to form 3 houses would have little impact on the character and appearance of the existing buildings as only very minor works were proposed as part of the application including the installation of new windows (including roof-lights) and doors. No extensions were proposed as part of the application. Furthermore, it was proposed to retain all existing agricultural detailing as part of the conversion work.

The complete refurbishment of the buildings and repair to roofs using traditional materials are considered to be a significant benefit of the proposal which would significantly enhance the character and appearance of the existing buildings and the surrounding area.

Gaining planning permission is a key step in almost any development. Planning & Design Practice Ltd is a multi-disciplinary team of Town Planners, Architects, Architectural Assistants, Design Professionals, and Heritage Specialists. Barn conversions are something Planning & Design Practice Ltd are well versed in, having helped lots of clients imagine and realise their dream homes. We have vast experience of working on rural projects for homeowners, landowners and farmers in including barn conversions (both via a planning application and Class Q).

For a free, no obligation consultation to discuss your project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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

Fallback approval secured in Derbyshire Dales

Electrifying partnership with Down to Earth Derby

Change of Use creates specialised grocery store

Great Northern Classics – Driving our heritage

Great Northern Classics

Three is the magic number for Class Q applications

Planning pedigree – permission secured for redevelopment of a former kennels within the Green Belt!

Green belt opportunities

Securing Green Belt development

We’re recruiting – Planner

Planner – Required skills & experience:

Join our Planning Team

We’re recruiting – Heritage Planner/ Heritage Consultant

Barn storming Green Belt success!

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