Land At Blades Farm Ganzell Lane Woodmancote Dursley Gloucestershire

1. 1.The proposed retention of the stables, livestock shelters and storage containers has not been adequately justified. Insufficient evidence has been provided to demonstrate that the operational needs of the agricultural and equestrian use cannot be met, in whole or in part, through the more effective use of the existing lawful barn on the site. The proposal would result in the proliferation of built development across the site through the retention of multiple structures in a dispersed and fragmented arrangement, resulting in an over-intensive form of development that fails to respect the rural character of the area. By reason of the number, distribution and cumulative visual impact of the structures, the development would adversely affect the character, appearance and scenic beauty of the countryside and the Cotswold National Landscape. The proposal is also contrary to the objectives of planning permission S.17/1010/FUL, which sought to limit the proliferation of buildings and structures within the site in the interests of protecting the character and appearance of the countryside. The proposal therefore conflicts with Policies CP14, CP15, ES7 and ES9 of the Stroud District Local Plan and Dursley Neighbourhood Development Plan Policies D1 and ES2.
2. 2.In the absence of a Preliminary Ecological Appraisal and supporting ecological information, the Local Planning Authority is unable to fully assess the effects of the development on habitats, protected species and biodiversity interests. It has not been demonstrated that the development would conserve and enhance biodiversity or secure appropriate mitigation and enhancement measures. Consequently, the proposal is contrary to Policy ES6 of the Stroud District Local Plan.

From the council's decision notice.

Date validated

3 August 2026

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