Listed mill conversion at Sough Mill Over Haddon

“The application is for the conversion of the former mill, which is a Grade II listed building, to an open market dwelling with associated internal and external works.”

“Listed building consent is sought for the conversion of the former mill to an open market dwelling. The principal external alterations to the Mill building are the proposals to essentially replace the wheelhouse element on the south side. It is proposed to retain a limestone plinth but then replace the elevations above with vertical timber boarding, behind which it is proposed to have ‘clerestory’ glazing in part: this would be set under a flat roof.”

“The site is in a picturesque setting set towards the south western edge of the Over Haddon Conservation Area. It is accessed via the steep winding road down from Over Haddon village to the north. There are also footpaths to the north, south and east of the site. The River Lathkill forms the southern edge of the site beyond which is the Twin Dales Ancient Woodland. Given its proximity to the river, the site is within a Flood Zone 2 designated area.”

“Some 200m to the east is the Lathkill Lodge Regionally Important Geological Site (RIGS) and the application site is also within an area defined as a protected species buffer area. The National Nature Reserve (Derbyshire Dales) and the Lathkill Dale SSSI extend into the curtilage of the site to the west and south and the site abuts the public highway and footpath to the north and east.”

“The Conservation Officer advises that the responses to the concerns raised, and as detailed in the amended plans, have addressed much of the initial concern. To this end it is advised that, whilst there is a degree of harm proposed in facilitating for the conversion, it is considered that this is outweighed by the public benefits of securing the long term conservation of the building.”

“Archaeological interest includes below round and within the structure of the building and its associated water management system itself. The standing mill building and structures, including associated water management features and sluice gate has archaeological interest because of its potential to contain currently concealed evidence related to its construction, development and use. Any remains would be considered heritage assets of archaeological interest.”

“Item 12 was presented and discussed at the same time as Item 11, but the votes were taken separately. Please see full minute details 76/25 above.”

“A motion to approve the application was moved, seconded, put to the vote and carried.”

“That the application be APPROVED subject to the following conditions: Statutory time limit…”

“Details of the energy source to supply the building, including type of fuel, piping and siting and screening of equipment shall be submitted for approval and carried out in accordance with the approved details prior to the occupation of the dwelling house.”