Farmhouse self-build at Greendale Farm, Draycott Road, Cheddar

“Emphasised the Application was for family homes for the next generation of famers, who had lived and worked on the land. • Highlighted the need for the families to live on-site for the success and continuity of the farm, citied the challenges of current living and the need for privacy and space. • Stressed the family’s local roots, involvement in the community and the importance of supporting farming families to remain in rural areas.”

“Councillors questioned the requirement to live in a self-build property for 3 years. The Planning Officer clarified the self-build condition and confirmed that the dwelling must be occupied by the applicant for at least three years. • Councillors discussed policy compliance, confirming the proposal met the requirement for self-build, infill and local connection in addition that statutory consultees which included Highways and Ecology had not objected.”

“After deliberations Councillor Filmer proposed to grant permission in accordance with Officers’ recommendations. This was seconded by Councillor Hendry.”

“Having been duly proposed and seconded the Planning Committee resolved that the Planning Application be GRANTED planning permission in line with the officer recommendation.”