Understanding planning · 13 min read
Planning application documents: what to read first
Understand planning application documents, officer reports and decision notices. Use a reading checklist, document table and worked example to inspect a case.
Application overview
Application under part 6 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 in respect of the siting, design and appearance of an agricultural building
Proposal details
- Reference
- 26/00293PN
- Alternative references
- PP-14753561
- Development type
- Conservation Area
- Parish
- New Milton Town Council
- Agent
- Miss Amy Lane
- UPRN
- 10090352814
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Land West Of Weir House, NORTH DRIVE, Ossemsley, BH25 5TJ
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Documents 8 of 8
| Document | Published | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Application for Prior NotificationApplication Form | 17 Mar 2026 | View |
| Covering LetterBackGround Papers | 17 Mar 2026 | View |
| Superceded Proposed ElevationsDrawing | 17 Mar 2026 | View |
| Location PlanDrawing | 20 Mar 2026 | View |
| Block PlanDrawing | 20 Mar 2026 | View |
| Amended Proposed ElevationsDrawing | 7 Apr 2026 | View |
| Officer ReportOfficers Report | 13 Apr 2026 | View |
| Decision NoticeDecision | 13 Apr 2026 | View |
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Decision & conditions
Decision NoticePlanning conditions
- Please be advised that whilst an “agricultural” use does not in itself require planning permission, permitted development rights under Part 6, Class A, B and C of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 do not automatically follow. In this case it should be recognised that Class A provides the pre-requisites that the land must have been in use for agriculture before permitted development and that it is utilized and crucially, that the agricultural use is for the purposes of a “trade or business”. The assessment of this application is based upon the understanding that the land is in use for agriculture (and as a business). However, in the event that this turns out not to be the case (or if development is undertaken and is then subsequently used for purposes other than agriculture) the erection of the barn will require full planning permission.
- The applicant is reminded that, under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended) and the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended), it is an offence to (amongst other things): deliberately capture, disturb, injure, or kill great crested newts; damage or destroy a breeding or resting place; intentionally or recklessly obstruct access to a resting or sheltering place. Planning permission for a development does not provide a defence against prosecution under this legislation. Should great crested newts be found at any stage of the development works, then all works should cease, and a professional and/or suitably qualified and experienced ecologist (or Natural England) should be contacted for advice on any special precautions before continuing, including the need for a licence. If at any point during construction works any great crested newts are identified, then the following instructions must be strictly adhered to: Stop all works immediately and leave the area Inform an ecologist immediately who will provide further guidance / instructions Do not try to handle or rescue a great crested newt Do not resume construction works until advised it is safe to do so by an ecologist It should be noted that if an individual great crested newt is found at any point during the works, a European Protected Species Licence (EPSL) or District Licence (DL) may be required to permit works that would potentially cause disturbance and otherwise commit an offence under the relevant legislation. If the applicant wishes to completely avoid any risks relating to great crested newts, they have the option to enquire for the New Forest National Park Authority’s District Licence, which provides full legal cover for any impacts to great crested newts and therefore removes the risk of having to stop works if great crested newts are found on site. More details on the District Licensing Scheme operated by the council can be found at https://naturespaceuk.com/.
- Please be advised that the woodland immediately north east of the site is subject to a tree preservation order (TPO ID – 1189). This Order An prohibits the: • cutting down • topping • lopping • uprooting • wilful damage • wilful destruction of trees without the local planning authority’s written consent. The cutting of roots is also a prohibited activity and requires the authority’s consent. Steps should also be taken to protect these trees during all site clearance, demolition and building works in accordance with the recommendations as set out in BS5837:2012. Legal proceedings can be pursued if unauthorised works to protected trees (including root damage) occur. If you require further advice you can contact the Authority’s Tree Team on 01590 646620.
