3 homes at Breach Farm, Stanton St John

What was proposed

Conversion of an agricultural building to three dwellings, referred to committee after a parish council objection over landscaping.

“Conversion of agricultural building to three dwellings with associated works.”

“The planning officer presented the report for the application which was referred to the committee as Stanton St. John Parish Council had objected to the proposal seeking additional landscaping beyond the boundaries of the application area.”

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The site's planning history

Prior approval had been granted for the same barn to be converted into five dwellings.

“Prior approval was granted for the conversion of the barn to five dwellings in October 2025. The prior approval related to the barn only and did not include the wider area to secure parking or landscaping. The current application would generate less traffic and offers opportunities for landscaping, communal garden areas and parking. There were no technical objections to the proposal…”

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Who spoke

A supporter spoke in favour of the application; the parish council was not present.

What members discussed

Members confirmed the barn would be converted, not replaced, and felt it made good use of an existing building.

“A member queried whether the barn would be converted or replaced and was advised that the application was for conversion.”

“Members acknowledged that the proposal was in an appropriate location and would make good use of an existing building, providing accommodation in the area.”

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