Policy information sourced from the Central Befordshire Local Plan
DC1: Re-use of Buildings in the Countryside
The Council will support the re-use of existing buildings in the countryside, subject to proposals complying with the following criteria:
- The existing building or group of buildings are of permanent and substantial construction that is capable of conversion as evidenced by a supporting structural survey;
- The re-use is sympathetic to the setting of the site within the countryside and would reinforce local distinctiveness and would not detract from local tranquillity;
- The re-use would be of a high quality and lead to an enhancement of the immediate setting; and
- The proposed use is suitable and would not be of detriment to the existing communities.
The conversion of glass houses and/or polytunnels to residential use will not be permitted.
For more information, please visit the Central Befordshire Local Plan