Three residential dwellings at Land Adjacent To 11 Ox Drove, Picket Piece, Andover

“PROPOSAL 3.1 The application seeks permission for the erection of three dwellings and associated works including the re-location of the vehicle access towards the north-eastern corner of the site.”

“SITE LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION 2.1 The application site is a parcel of land adjacent to the existing residential property of 11 Ox Drove and is comprised of medium length grass with mature trees along the north-eastern boundary. The land level of the site rises from north-west to south-east.”

“The proposal by virtue of the density of development and the fact the development is formed in depth relative to Ox Drove and that these dwellings would be located on rising land south of Ox Drove, is unacceptable. The character and appearance of the southern side of Ox Drove mainly comprises a mix of frontage development and low density housing.”

“The above refusal was dismissed at appeal. In their report, the Inspector concludes:”

“In this instance, on balance, it is considered that the provision of 3 dwellings towards the council’s HLS in a sustainable location would not be significantly and demonstrably outweighed by the harm in departing from the development plan, the loss of 0.23 hectares of agricultural land, and the limited harm to the character of the area as a result of the proposed depth of the development, and permission is therefore recommended.”

“CONCLUSION 9.1 The proposal is contrary to the development plan in that it proposes residential development in a countryside location. Notwithstanding this, in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development (NPPF paragraph 11(d)), the benefits of the development, namely the provision of housing in a sustainable location and the economic benefits during construction and occupation, would significantly outweigh the harm identified to the character and…”

“CONSULTATIONS 5.1 Ecology: Objection • The ecological assessment states that the boundaries of the site provide good foraging and commuting habitat for bats but the methodology described for bats is in line with low suitability sites. • Concerns regarding the future manageability of the proposed Biodiversity Net Gain land.”

“Highways Authority: No objection subject to conditions.”

“REPRESENTATIONS Expired 20.02.2026 6.1 Two letters of objection have been received from 7B Ox Drove and 14 Locksbridge Road and are summarised as follows:”

“The siting, scale, density and location is harmful to the character of the area. • Concerns regarding noise from the adjacent site to the east and the lack of a robust boundary treatment. • Small houses would not be in keeping with the character of the area if it is considered to have an industrial character as set out in application 24/02977/FULLN (Plot 90 for 4 warehouses).”

“The motion as set out in the agenda was proposed by Councillor Budzynski and seconded by Councillor Gillies. Upon being put to the vote the motion was carried.”