Land 50M SE Of Ar-Cala Glaickbea Kiltarlity

1. 1.National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) policy 17(b) (Rural homes) assesses a proposal on the basis of whether it meets the requirements of local living. The site is not considered as part of a Housing Group as defined in Rural Housing Supplementary Guidance. Accordingly, it is considered that the proposal does not meet the requirements of policy 17(b) (Rural homes).
2. 2.National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) policy 17(c) (Rural homes) assesses a proposal on the basis of whether it supports and sustains existing fragile communities; supports identified local housing outcomes; and is suitable in terms of location, access, and environmental impact. The site is not allocated for housing and represents a development within an open field contrary to the settlement pattern in the area. Accordingly, it is considered that the proposal does not meet the requirements of policy 17(c) (Rural homes).
3. 3.The proposal does not demonstrate sensitive siting in keeping with local character and would have an unacceptable impact on local character in terms of amenity and therefore does not accord with Highland-wide Local Development Plan Policy 28 (Sustainable Design).

From the council's decision notice.

Date validated

14 October 2025