One dwelling at Field Reference Number, Walesby

What was proposed

The application sought permission in principle for one dwelling, with up to four bedrooms, no more than two storeys, parking and private amenity space.

“17/00867/OUT – Erection of 1 No three-bedroom bungalow and detached garage. Application refused July 2017 on the grounds of its conflict with policy DM8. The Proposal 3.1 The application is for a permission in principle to erect a single dwelling which is anticipated to comprise up to 4 bedrooms and no more than 2 storeys in height, together with associated private amenity space and off-street parking provision.”

Officer report

The site

The 0.13-hectare site lies in open countryside outside Walesby’s main built-up area and contains grassland, stables and storage buildings used for equestrian purposes.

“The Site 1.1 The application site with an area of 0.13 hectares comprises of land located to the southeast of Brake Road. It falls within the open countryside which lies to the southwest of Walesby. The land is within the applicant’s ownership extending from…”

“Brake Road through to Retford Road. The site comprises predominantly grassland, alongside existing stables and ancillary storage buildings, reflecting its current equestrian use. Access is taken directly from Brake Road via an existing gated entrance. The immediate surroundings are characterised by equestrian and rural land uses, including equestrian paddocks with associated infrastructure such as stables and storage buildings.”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended permission in principle because the site was sustainable and previously developed, and one dwelling’s housing benefit outweighed its countryside impact.

“Ollerton and Boughton which is identified as a Service Centre within the Core Strategy. In addition, there is an existing footpath (i.e. pavement) on Brake Road which leads into Walesby. This provides a sustainable transport means to access the local services within the village. The application site is therefore considered to be in a sustainable location.”

“Therefore, subject to acceptable scale, design, materials, layout and shared access (to be assessed at Technical Details Stage), it is considered that a design could be achieved that would not have a detrimental impact on the visual and residential amenities, nor adversely impact highway safety. For the reasons set out above it is recommended that the permission in principle is granted.”

Officer report

Public comments

Five properties were notified, a site notice was displayed, and no third-party comments had been received when the report was prepared.

“The application is to determine the principle of development only, regarding location, use, and amount of development. Detailed drawings would be required at Technical Details Stage if approved. Departure/Public Advertisement Procedure 4.1 Occupiers of five properties have been individually notified by letter. A site notice has also been displayed near to the site. Site visit undertaken on 15.06.2026. Planning Policy Framework 5.1.”

Officer report

Who spoke

The agent spoke in support of the application, and members considered the planning presentation with photographs and plans.

Members’ discussion

Members discussed countryside impact, existing structures, drainage, arable-use concerns, nearby precedent and the need for high-quality design with renewable energy features.

“Members considered the application, and it was commented that a Planning in…”

“Principle application on Retford Road had been granted permission which had set a precedent for this location. Concerns were raised with the open countryside impact, albeit acknowledgement was given to the presence of existing structures on this side of the road. There was also an ongoing issue in Walesby regarding drainage, although it was considered that this site may not be an issue.”

Minutes

The vote

Members unanimously agreed to approve permission in principle.

“AGREED (unanimously) that Permission in Principle be approved.”

Minutes