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Shaldon - 25/01629/VAR - Barn at Brook Road

Meeting: 27/01/2026 - Planning Committee (Item 131)

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Decision:

RESOLVED

 

Consideration deferred for a Committee site inspection.

Minutes:

The Senior Planning Officer presented the application to the Committee.

 

Public Speaker, Objector: Kevin Thomas – referred to the following issues:

·         The history of the planning permissions on the site

·         Concerns around visibility and overlooking

·         There had not been a proper site visit carried out in 2023

 

Public Speaker, Supporter: Joanna Ashton, Applicant – referred to the following issues:

·         Converting the barn is a preferable alternative to any heritage concerns associated with rebuilding it altogether

·         Improved lighting and reduce feeling of being hemmed in

·         The windows concerned are small, at a low height in the room, and are at an awkward angle

 

The Ward Member spoke on the item. He stated that the Committee would benefit from a site inspection to see the windows, and that he would be minded to refuse the item.

 

It was proposed by Cllr Bradford and seconded by Cllr P Parker that consideration be deferred for a Committee site inspection.

 

A vote was taken. The result was 4 in favour, 1 against, and 2 abstentions.

 

RESOLVED

 

That consideration be deferred for a Committee site inspection.