Barn converted to dwelling at St Johns Farm, Bridle Road, Woodthorpe, Chesterfield

“The application proposes the change of use of the barn to a dwelling. The works that have commenced, which include raising the roof and fenestration detailing, are not in accordance with CHE/22/00775/PA and are therefore unauthorised.”

“This application seeks to regularise the works undertaken. It is proposed to reinstate the original roof height of the barn and openings as they appeared prior to construction work commencing. Some external alterations are also proposed, including roof lights on the front and rear elevations and amendments to what were the original openings. The following drawings have been submitted.”

“The application site comprises a detached, stone built barn with tiled roof, associated with St John’s Farm. Vehicular access to the site is taken from Bridle Road.”

“The barn was subject to a Prior Approval application in 2022 (ref: CHE/22/00775/PA). Following approval of this application, the applicant commenced work. The works undertaken did not accord with the permission granted and therefore were unauthorised.”

“The application site is unallocated and located within the built-up area. Local Plan policies CLP1 (Spatial Strategy) and CLP2 (Principles for Location of Development) seek to direct new development to regeneration areas, and those areas within walking distance of a range of key services. The site is in a sustainable location, close to bus stops and a school. Moreover, as the proposal would utilise previously developed land, it complies with Local Plan policy CLP2 (b).”

“The principle of the proposal therefore complies with Policies CLP1 and CLP2 of the Local Plan and the National Planning Policy Framework. Design and Appearance of the Proposal 6.2.1 Local Plan policy CLP20 states in part; all development should identify and respond positively to the character of the site and surroundings and respect the local distinctiveness of its context respect the character, form and setting of the site and surrounding area by virtue of its…”

“Ward members No comments received Staveley Town Council No comments received Strategic Planning No objections Environmental Health Officer No objections subject to a condition Local Highway Authority No objections subject to a condition Coal Mining Remediation Authority No comments received Design Services Drainage No objections subject to a condition Yorkshire Water Authority No objections Derbyshire Wildlife Trust No objections subject to a condition Public / Neighbours…”

“Comments received 20 th August 2026 “As you will see from my email to your department dated 07.01.26 (attached), I was concerned about the last application for this property (Application No. CHE/25/00904/FUL) purely due to the fact that my property could be affected due to failure to protect residential amenity and therefore, to maintain privacy, I would need to keep my blinds tilted.”

“I understand from the current Application, the roof height on the barn to the left hand side would need to be dropped by 400mm. What I don't know is the final agreed height of the left hand barn so it is therefore difficult to make a judgement on the roof height of the right hand barn to gauge how much/little I may be overlooked by the clear glass roof windows on the property.”

“The Principal Planner presented the report sharing photos of the site prior to the commencement of works and images following the unauthorised works.”

“The Committee considered the report, and it was moved by Councillor Stone and seconded by Councillor Ridgway.”

“That a CIL liability notice be issued for £2,500 as per section 7.1 of the officer’s report.”

“That the officer recommendation be upheld, and the application be GRANTED, subject to the conditions outlined in the officer’s report.”