Homes rejected for the north coast of Cornwall
Planning Application for Seven Homes in Cornwall's North Coast Refused
The planning application to build seven homes in a hamlet on Cornwall's north coast has been denied. The decision was made primarily due to environmental implications and a lack of supporting facilities.
The field in question, located between Perranporth and Goonhavern, has been used for farming until 2009 and currently houses horses. The land is listed as Grade 3a good agricultural land by Natural England, highlighting its importance for agriculture and biodiversity.
The planning application faced objections from the Perranzabuloe Parish Council and Cornwall Council's highways officer. Residents also raised concerns about the lack of facilities for the additional housing.
While the planning officer argued in favour of the development, citing the location adjacent to a settlement of new houses, the environmental impact and insufficient infrastructure were seen as outweighing the benefits.
In Cornwall, housing developments often face refusal when they are located in environmentally sensitive areas, pose adverse impacts on the natural setting, or lack sufficient infrastructure to support the new development. The West Sub-Area Planning Committee has recommended refusals due to impacts on protected landscapes and rural character, reflecting a priority to preserve Cornwall’s environmental heritage.
Common grounds for Cornwall Council refusals include concerns about overdevelopment, inappropriate density, unsuitable design, and failure to demonstrate adequate access to services and facilities. These reasons align with standard planning policies that emphasize sustainable development balanced with environmental protection and community infrastructure provision.
Although a direct decision document for the seven-home scheme on Cornwall's north coast is not available, Cornwall's planning practice and recent refusals demonstrate that environmental impact concerns and a lack of adequate local facilities (e.g., transport, schooling, utilities) are key reasons for refusal of small residential developments in sensitive coastal or rural areas.
It's worth noting that four of the proposed properties would have been designated as affordable. The specific reasons for the refusal and any potential appeal decisions or detailed refusal notices were not found in the recent data. For detailed information, you may refer to Cornwall Council’s planning portal or appeal documents.
- Despite the proposed seven homes being partially aimed at providing affordable housing, the refusal by Cornwall Council highlights the importance of considering environmental science in housing-market investments, as such developments in sensitive areas often face rejection.
- The decision to deny the planning application for seven homes on Cornwall's north coast serves as a reminder that real-estate investing must also consider the environmental-science implications and the need for infrastructure support to maintain the balance between development and environmental preservation.
- As the housing-market in Cornwall prioritizes sustainable development, potential investors should be aware that any proposed developments in environmentally sensitive areas, such as the North Coast, may face refusal due to environmental concerns and a lack of supporting facilities.
