New planning policy to make building conversion more difficult
New planning guidance proposed by Derbyshire Dales District Council will make life much more difficult for those who wish to convert traditional farm buildings for residential use.
A new consultation draft of the Council's Supplementary Planning Department - 'Conversion of Farm Buildings Design Guidance' will, if adopted, impose more stringent rules. Owners must prove their buildings are no longer suitable for traditional farm use, as well as the previous requirement to demonstrate conversion to either employment or tourism uses is not viable. In addition, before a planning application can be considered, owners will further have to produce evidence of a 12 monthmarketing programme and research report to show buildings cannot be used for employment or tourism use.
The correct planning advice and careful preparation is essential. Successful owners can expect a significant uplift in the value of their property.
For further information contact Kay Davies on 01530 410824.
- Ashby de la Zouch
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- Banbury
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- Knutsford
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- Market Harborough
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- 01949 851815
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- 02380 883150
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- 01785 220 044
- Worcester
- 01905 453275
