In 2006 the Lake District National Park Authority refused planning permission for a new estate manager’s lodge at Neaum Crag near Ambleside. A susbsequent appeal was dismissed in 2008.

Garner Planning argued that there had been a significant change in circumstances. Applying the nationally described space standards demonstrated that the existing lodge was too small for permanent occupation and the new planning policy regime no longer required one to demonstrate “exceptional circumstances”. New positive planning policies and a positive approach by LDNPA’s planners means the Estate Manager and family will soon have a better quality of accommodation.

If you have had a previous application refused or appeal dismissed and would like a review to see if a new application might be successful then give Chris Garner a call on 01539 734365.