🏡 Another Appeal Success: Rural Bungalow in Huntingdonshire!
We are delighted to have secured, on appeal, Permission in Principle for a self-build bungalow in open countryside on the edge of the village of Old Weston, successfully overturning the Local Planning Authority’s refusal:
The original refusal cited countryside location, impact on character, pedestrian access, and flood risk—but our appeal showed:
- The site is visually contained within an existing residential cluster
- Existing redundant buildings are ideal for redevelopment (in line with the new NPPF guidance)
- A single dwelling can preserve the area’s character
- Safe access can be achieved outside flood risk areas
The Planning Inspector agreed: the benefits of delivering a new rural home outweigh any limited policy conflict, especially given the local housing land supply shortfall and the support for redevelopment of redundant buildings in the open countryside.
Another example of why expert planning advice matters—strong evidence, local knowledge, and the right policy approach make all the difference! 🌱
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