Policy information sourced from South Bucks District Local Plan

GB11 - REBUILDING OF DWELLINGS IN THE GREEN BELT

The rebuilding of existing habitable dwellings in the Green Belt will only be permitted where:

  • the replacement dwelling would be for single family occupation, and
  • the size of the replacement dwelling would be no greater than:
    • that of the original dwelling plus any extensions which would comply with the terms of policy GB10 (Extensions to Dwellings in the Green Belt); or
    • that of the existing dwelling if this would be larger than that permitted under (i); and
  • the replacement dwelling would be of a small scale in relation to the size of the residential curtilage; and
  • the scale, height, layout, siting, form, design and materials would be compatible with and would not adversely affect the character or amenities of the landscape, nearby properties or the locality in general and would be in accordance with policy EP3 (Use, Design and Layout of Development); and
  • the proposal would comply with all the other policies in this Plan. Particular attention is drawn to Policy H9 (Residential Layout and Design).Where permission is granted for a replacement dwelling which is larger than the original, a condition may be imposed withdrawing specified permitted development rights.

Where permission is granted for a replacement dwelling which is larger than the original, a condition may be imposed withdrawing specified permitted development rights.

For more information please see the Local Plan