Stable block & ancillary hay storage in goosey
Mark Doodes Planning completed a planning application for a project including retention of hardstanding as previously laid and erection of a small stable block and ancillary hay storage, in addition to other associated works. Planning permission was granted in June 2017.
Previously, a complaint had been made by a local resident to the hardstanding laid on the site for storage of building materials for the landowner’s business. Prior to the application, the Vale of White Horse District Council Enforcement Team had prompted the commitment to clear the site and a reconsideration of how the field is best used. However, MDP addressed that no archaeology had been disturbed because of the hardstanding, and it was able to be retained.
Since the village of Goosey is considered to be open countryside, MDP, with much experience in equestrian projects, showed the use of the land for grazing and exercise of animals is not out of character for the local area. Stable blocks are an extension of such a use, and are frequently found in this part of the The Vale of White Horse District.
The site sits close to a Conservation Area, so it was vital to respect the local character through the plans and design of the structures. The stables will be modest and located in a part of the site that is most hidden from public view as to not harm any views in the Conservation Area.
Previously, a complaint had been made by a local resident to the hardstanding laid on the site for storage of building materials for the landowner’s business. Prior to the application, the Vale of White Horse District Council Enforcement Team had prompted the commitment to clear the site and a reconsideration of how the field is best used. However, MDP addressed that no archaeology had been disturbed because of the hardstanding, and it was able to be retained.
Since the village of Goosey is considered to be open countryside, MDP, with much experience in equestrian projects, showed the use of the land for grazing and exercise of animals is not out of character for the local area. Stable blocks are an extension of such a use, and are frequently found in this part of the The Vale of White Horse District.
The site sits close to a Conservation Area, so it was vital to respect the local character through the plans and design of the structures. The stables will be modest and located in a part of the site that is most hidden from public view as to not harm any views in the Conservation Area.