Self-build dwelling and garage at High House Farm High House Farm Lane, Colton

What was proposed

The application sought a two-storey, four-bedroom self-build house with a detached triple-bay garage, parking and turning space.

“Applicant’s Name: [name withheld] Address High House Farm High House Farm Lane Colton Norfolk NR9 5DG Proposal Resubmission of an application for a self-build dwelling and detached garage following the refusal of the application 2024/3522”

“The site is rectangular in shape, featuring mature hedgerows along the southern, western, and northern boundaries, with direct access from High House Farm Lane. The proposal involves the construction of a two-storey, four-bedroom detached self- build dwelling with a detached triple bay garage. The proposed dwelling has a floor area of 428m², while the garage measures 63.75m².”

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The site and surroundings

The site lies beside High House Farm Lane, with houses and bungalows nearby and farm buildings and industrial uses to the east and northeast.

“The application site is situated on the western side of High House Farm Lane, bordered to the north by a detached dwelling and to the south by two bungalows. The land to the east and northeast comprises of farm buildings and industrial uses.”

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Earlier planning history

The proposal followed refusal of application 2024/3522 for a detached self-build dwelling and garage on 7 May 2025.

“This application follows the Development Committee’s refusal of planning application 2024/3522. The expectation was that this revised application would address the outstanding matters relating to nutrient neutrality and GIRAMS, thereby enabling the application to engage paragraph 11(d) of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), which activates consideration of the proposal under the ‘tilted balance’.”

“2024/3522 Erection of a detached self-build Refused dwelling and garage 7 May 2025”

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Consultation responses

The parish council supported the application; Natural England and the Nutrient Neutrality Team requested further information, while Environmental Quality raised no objection subject to conditions.

“No objection, subject to the inclusion of appropriate conditions and advisory notes should planning permission be granted…”

“Further information is required, specifically in the form of updated revisions to the nutrient neutrality calculator…”

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Public support

Two public letters supported the proposal, describing it as suitable within an established residential area and unlikely to materially affect highways or village character.

“Two letters were received from members of the public, in support of the planning application. The comments are summarised as follows:”

“The proposed dwelling is located within an established residential area and is not considered to detract from the character, appearance, or overall layout of the village. Given the limited scale of development and the existing pattern of residential, agricultural, and business uses in the vicinity, no material impact on the local highway network is anticipated.”

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The decision

“Decision : Resubmission of an application for a self-build dwelling and detached garage following the refusal of the application”

Minutes, 8 Apr 2026