Self-build dwelling at Chapel Haven, Lowsonford, Henley-in-Arden
Summary of planning committee decision
Decided by Warwick Planning Committee on 14 Apr 2026.
What was proposed
The application proposed one self-build home, a detached garage and associated works, retaining hedges and adding trees and permeable parking.
“Chapel Haven, Narrow Lane, Lowsonford, Solihull, B95 5HN Erection of 1no. self-build dwelling, detached garage and associated works. FOR [name withheld] and Jebson ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------”
“The application seeks planning permission for the erection of 1no. self-build dwelling, detached garage and associated works. The proposals seek to retain the existing hedgerow boundary treatments, as well as including additional tree planting within the site. The works also include permeable hardstanding to the front for the site for parking.”
Officer report
The site
The site is beside Chapel Haven at the edge of Lowsonford, within a limited infill village and the Green Belt, with some land in Flood Zones 2 and 3.
“The application site is located on the north western side of Narrow Lane, Lowsonford. The application relates to a parcel of land adjacent to the existing dwelling known as Chapel Haven. The site is located at the eastern edge of the Limited Infill Village and is washed over by Green Belt. The most north western point of the site falls within Flood Zone 2 and 3.”
Officer report
Consultation responses
Highways, ecology, trees, waste management and environmental health raised no objection subject to conditions, while the energy consultant initially awaited further information.
“WCC Highways: No objection, subject to conditions.”
“WDC Environmental Health: No objection, subject to condition.”
Officer report
Objections received
The parish council and one objector raised concerns about flooding, Green Belt policy, local character, the site’s status and an earlier enforcement appeal.
“Rowington Parish Council: Objects to the proposals, for reasons relating to impact on flood risk, green belt and local character.”
“- The proposals do not fall within 'garden land' - The proposals fail to comply with Local Plan Policy H11 - The Inspector for appeal ref: APP/T3725/C/02/1100400 noted that a single storey pitched roof building was inappropriate development. - No very special circumstances demonstrated - The proposals are not in keeping with the surrounding streetscene - Impact on flood risk…”
Officer report
Committee consideration
The committee considered the application and an update covering revised drawing details and an additional climate change adaptation condition.
“An addendum circulated prior to the meeting advised of updates to Condition 2 in regard to drawings and an additional condition in regard to Climate Change Adaptation.”
“Following consideration of the report and information contained in the addendum, it was proposed by Councillor Kennedy and seconded by Councillor Luckhurst that the application should be granted, subject to the…”
Minutes
Sources
- Warwick Planning Committee minutes, 14 April 2026
- Agenda and papers (council website)
Source: Plota analysis of Warwick's committee minutes and officer report. Quotations are the council's own words; headings and summaries are Plota's.
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