On 22nd December 2022, the Government published its proposals for revising the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) for public consultation. Interested parties are invited to provide feedback on the proposed reforms by 2nd March 2023. The Government will then consider the responses received before formally publishing an updated NPPF (most likely in Spring 2023).
The proposed reforms represent the largest change of the planning system since the introduction of the original NPPF in 2012. That document set a bold vision for boosting housing delivery and introduced the ‘presumption in favour of sustainable development’ a core principle that has underpinned the planning system for nearly 13-years.
These changes relate to meeting housing needs, Development Plan (DP) making, greater weight to Neighbourhood Plans (NP), watering down of the requirement to maintain a Five Year Housing Land Supply (5YHLS), limiting the situations where the tilted balance will apply, design and combating climate change.
It would appear that the core objective of the proposed reforms is to provide Local Planning Authorities (LPAs) with the opportunity to reduce their aspirations for growth and to relax the scrutiny that is applied to new DPs, both during their preparation and throughout their lifetime. If these reforms are retained and incorporated into the updated NPPF then there is likely to be an increase in the number of LPs coming forward that do not aim to meet the objectively assessed needs of the local population and which set less ambitious aspirations for growth.
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West Tuelmenna Farm, Dobwalls, Nr. Liskeard, Cornwall
PL14 6SP
A renovation, conversion and development opportunity. An attractive, semidetached, four bed farmhouse; a range of traditional barns with detailed planning permission for conversion to 5no. dwellings; and agricultural/amenity land. The property extends, in total, to approximately 3.67-hectares (9.07-acres). Available as a whole or in three lots.
For sale by informal tender. Deadline 12 noon on Friday, 10th March 2023.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Land off Bradney Lane, Bawdrip, Nr. Bridgwater, Somerset
TA7 8QA
Residential development site, for up to 10no. dwellings and a village hall. Sedgemoor District Council has resolved to grant outline planning permission, subject to completion of the Section 106 Agreement. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.76-hectares (1.87-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
4QN
Residential development site, with detailed planning permission for the conversion of part of the former print works into 5no. dwellings (all open market) and a Class E building. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.09-hectares (0.22-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Heasley Mill Chapel, Heasley Mill, Nr. South Molton, Devon EX36 3LE
An opportunity to acquire a detached former Chapel on the edge of the village of Heasley Mill. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.41-hectares (1.03acres).
For sale by private treaty.
South Molton Office: 01769 574500| residential.southmolton@gth.net
Land off Church Street, Winsham, Nr. Chard, Somerset
TA20 4HU
Building plot with outline planning permission for 1no. dwelling (open market). The plot is serviced and includes 3no. workshop buildings which have been fully re-built. The plot extends, in total, to approximately 0.34-hectares (0.85-acres). For sale by informal tender. Deadline 12 non on Friday, 3rd March 2023.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Barns at Oakwell Farm, Kings Nympton, Umberleigh, Devon
EX37 9TE
A development opportunity comprising a range of modern farm buildings with Class Q prior approval for 3no. residential dwellings (all open market). The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.64-hectares (1.59-acres).
South Molton Office : 01769 574500 | residential.southmolton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Sunnydene Farm, Keep Street, West Camel, Nr. Yeovil, Somerset BA22 8HG
Residential development site, with detailed planning permission for 7no. dwellings (all open market). The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.32-hectares (0.8-acres). The field (to the south) extends to approximately 0.53 -hectares (1.3-acres). It is available separately.
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Land off Clovelly Road, Bideford, Devon EX39 3DU
Residential development site, with outline planning permission for up to 61no. dwellings. Reserve matters application and new outline planning applications submitted for determination. The site extends, in total, to approximately 2.5-hectares (6.1-acres).
For sale by informal tender. Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Land North of Abbotsham Road, Bideford, Devon EX39 3QP
Residential development site, on the western edge of Bideford, in close proximity to the A39. The site has outline planning permission for up to 215no. dwellings , together with associated infrastructure works. The site extends, in total, to approximately 21.39-hectares (52.85-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Henley Manor, Henley, Nr. Crewkerne, Somerset TA18 8PQ
Residential development site, with detailed planning permission for 5no. dwellings, together with associated infrastructure works. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.47-hectares (1.16-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Land off New Park Road, Lee Mill, Nr. Ivybridge, Devon PL21 9EJ
Residential development site, with outline planning permission for up to 25no. dwellings. The site extends, in total, to approximately 1.15-hectares (2.84-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Land off Church Street, Merriott, Somerset TA16 5QJ
Residential development site, with outline planning permission for up to 50no. dwellings. The site extends, in total, to approximately 2-hectares (4.95-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
The Old Hospital, The Avenue, Minehead, Somerset TA24 5AY
Residential development opportunity, subject to the grant of detailed planning permission for conversion. The property extends, in total, to approximately 0.26-hectares (0.65-acres)
For sale by informal tender. Deadline 5.30pm on Friday, 24th February 2023. Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Land off Springfield Road, Highbridge, Somerset TA9 3FR
Residential development site, with potential for up to 22no. dwellings, subject to the grant of planning permission. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.37-hectares (0.92-acres)
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
The Old Vicarage, Brook Lane, Cannington, Nr. Bridgwater, Somerset TA5 2HP
Residential development opportunity, subject to the grant of detailed planning permission. The property comprises a former 7-bed care home and a potential building plot in the grounds. The property extends, in total, to approximately 0.15-hectares (0.38-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
King Ina Junior School, School Lane, Somerton, Somerset TA11 7NL
Residential development opportunity, subject to the grant of detailed planning permission. The property comprises a former school site located centrally within Somerton. The property extends, in total, to approximately 0.36hectares (0.89-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Channon House, Wild Oak Lane, Trull, Taunton, Somerset TA3 7JS
Residential development opportunity, for the refurbishment and sub-division of a former boarding house and an additional 3-bed dwelling. The property extends, in total, to approximately 0.26-hectares (0.65-acres).
For sale by informal tender. Deadline 5.00pm on Tuesday, 7th March 2023.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Land at New Road, Combe St Nicholas, Nr. Chard, Somerset TA20 3NL
Potential development land, subject to the grant of planning permission. The land extends, in total, to approximately 0.26-hectares (0.65-acres).
For sale by informal tender. Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Land off Hatchmoor Common Lane, Great Torrington, Devon EX38 7BY
Residential development land, which forms part of a wider allocation (planning policy GTT03) for residential and educational development. The land extends, in total, to approximately 1.46-hectares (3.61-acres). For sale by informal tender.
Land at Pound Orchard, Crowcombe, Nr. Taunton, Somerset
Building plot, with detailed planning permission for 1no. detached bungalow (open market). The plot extends, in total, to approximately 0.03-hectares (0.07-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 |
Land at Chubb’s Cottage, 17 Liberty Place, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 5JF
Residential development site, with detailed planning permission for up to 3no. dwellings (all open market). A refurbished, detached, 2-bed cottage is also available by separate negotiation. The property extends, in total, to approximately 0.15-hectares (0.38-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Land off Main Street, Walton, Nr. Street, Somerset BA16 9QY
Residential development site, pending grant of outline planning permission for up to 6no. dwellings (all open market). The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.23-hectares (0.58-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Land off North Road, Bradworthy, Nr. Holsworthy, Devon EX22 7QS
Residential development site, with a resolution to grant outline planning permission for up to 22no. dwellings, subject to completion of the Section 106 Agreement. The site extends, in total, to approximately 1.45-hectares (3.58-acres).
For sale by private treaty. Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823
Barns at Higher Hewton Farm, Thorndon Cross, Nr. Okehampton, Devon EX20 4NQ
An opportunity to acquire a range of modern agricultural buildings with planning permission for conversion to 2no. detached dwellings (all open market). The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.63-hectares (1.57-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Exeter Office: 01392 908777 | exeter@gth.net
Alstone Hall, Alstone Road, Highbridge, Somerset TA9 3DT
An opportunity to acquire a residential smallholding, which comprises a detached 4-bed bungalow with a range of agricultural buildings (with an historical commercial use). The property extends, in total, to approximately 1.85hectares (4.58-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Redhill Office: 01172 035577 | robert.baker@gth.net
Harveys Close, Maiden Newton, Nr. Dorchester, Dorset DT2 0BN
Building plot, with outline planning permission for 1no. dwelling (open market). The plot extends, in total, to approximately 0.14-hectares (0.36-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Yeovil Office: 01935 423474 | farms.yeovil@gth.net
Building plot, with detailed planning permission for an agricultural worker’s dwelling. The site extends, in total, to approximately 23.25-hectares (57.47-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Yeovil Office: 01935 423474 | farms.yeovil@gth.net
Totney Farm Buildings, Blackford, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4PB
Residential development site, with Class Q prior approval for the change of use of 3no. agricultural buildings to 3no. dwellings and associated works. The site extends, in total, to approximately 3.19-hectares (7.9-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Burnham-on-Sea Office: 01278 765588 | farms.burnham-on-sea@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Victoria Road, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 5AZ
Residential development site, with detailed planning for 24no. 2-bed apartments in 2no., 3-storey apartment blocks with a GIA of approximately 1,318-sq. m. (14,196-sq.ft.). The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.35-hectares (0.88-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Broomhill Farm, Broomhill Lane, Lopen, Nr. South Petherton, Somerset TA13 5LA
An exciting development opportunity, with outline planning permission for the erection 1no. dwelling. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.12-hectares (0.31-acres). Up to 2.28-hectares (5.65 acres) are available by separate negotiation.
For sale by private treaty.
Yeovil Office: 01935 415300 | residential.yeovil@gth.net
Former Tyre Depot, Silver Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2BA
Residential development site, with detailed planning permission for 22no. apartments (all open market). The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.11-hectares (0.28-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
34 Sydenham Road, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 4QE
A 3-bed end terrace house currently occupying an exceptional plot with outline planning permission for 1no. dwelling (open market). The property extends, in total, to approximately 82.9-sq. m. (892-sq. ft.).
For sale by private treaty.
Bridgwater Office: 01278 425555 | residential.bridgwater@gth.net
Slades Garage, 23 Leach Road, Crimchard, Chard, Somerset TA20 1RB
Residential development site, with detailed planning permission for 6no. dwellings (all open market). Existing garage/workshop to be demolished. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.13-hectares (0.33-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
OFFERS
IN THE REGION OF £100,000
Land at Manor Green, Upottery, Nr. Honiton, Devon EX14 9PJ
Potential development land. The land does not currently have any planning permission or any allocation for development within the adopted East Devon Local Plan. The land extends, in total, to approximately 0.2-hectares (0.5-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Poole Barton, Cheriton Fitzpaine, Crediton, Devon EX17 4JB
Grade II Listed farmhouse in this sought after village and a range of traditional outbuildings with development potential (subject to planning). The property extends, in total, to approximately 1.59-hectares (3.93-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Tiverton Office: 01884 243000 | residential.tiverton@gth.net
Reeds Drive, Woolavington, Nr. Bridgwater, Somerset TA7 8DR
Building plot, with outline planning permission for a self-build dwelling (open market). The plot extends, in total, to approximately 0.14-hectares (0.34-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Burnham-on-Sea Office: 01278 765588 | farms.burnham-on-sea@gth.net
Barn for conversion, centred on a traditional building with Class Q prior approval for conversion from agricultural to residential use, together with a further additional barn with potential, adjoining yard areas and pasture land. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.62-hectares (1.55-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Tiverton Office: 01884 243000 | farms.tiverton@gth.net
Land at Chilcombe House, Trendle Lane, Bicknoller, Nr. Taunton, Somerset TA4 4EG
Building plot, with detailed planning permission for 1no. dwelling (open market). The plot extends, in total, to approximately 0.1-hectares (0.25-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
GUIDE PRICE £1,385,000 AS A WHOLE
East Betham, Witheridge, Nr. Tiverton, Devon EX16 8QE
A versatile residential smallholding enjoying a rural position, available as a whole or in 7no. lots.
Lot 2: Barn and pasture land. The land extends, in total, to approximately 2.7-hectares (6.70-acres). Guide price £295,000.; and
Lot 3: Building plot, with detailed planning consent and pasture land. The site extends, in total, to approximately 1.95-hectares (4.84-acres). Guide price £225,000.
For sale by private treaty.
South Molton Office: 01769 574500 I residential.southmolton@gth.net
Little Venhay, Meshaw, South Molton, Devon EX36 4NQ
Grade II listed country residence, with a 4-bed main house, 2-bed holiday let, large studio and additional outbuildings. The property extends, in total, to approximately 1.72-hectares (4.27-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
South Molton Office: 01278 765588 | residential.southmolton@gth.net
Land at Felton House Farm, Upper Town Lane, Felton, Nr. Bristol, North Somerset BS40 9YA
Residential development site, with outline planning permission for the erection of up to 4no. dwellings (all open market). The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.18-hectares (0.46-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 |
landplanning.taunton@gth.net
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Manor Farm, Staddiscombe, Nr. Plymouth, Devon PL9 9LY
A renovation, conversion and development opportunity, subject to grant of Class Q Prior Approval and/or detailed planning permission. A detached, period, four-bed farmhouse for renovation; a range of traditional and modern barns for conversion, opportunities for development; and agricultural/amenity land. The property extends, in total, to approximately 1.92-hectares (4.85-acres). Available as a whole or in 2no. lots.
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Lovens Farm, Petherton Road, North Newton, Somerset TA7 0BD
Residential development site, with outline planning permission for up to 5no. dwellings (3no. open market) and paddock. The site is available as a whole or as 2no. separate lots. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.93hectares (2.30-acres).
Lot 1 - Farmhouse - £450,000; and
Lot 2 - Residential Development Land and Paddock - £350,000.
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Land off Catchgate Lane, Crimchard, Chard, Somerset TA20
1LQ
Residential development land, with a draft allocation (emerging planning policy CH3) for approximately 38no. dwellings. The land extends, in total, to approximately 1.57-hectares (3.89-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Land off Cleave Hill, Dolton, Nr. Winkleigh, Devon EX19 8QT
Residential development site, with detailed planning permission for up to 6no. dwellings (all open market). The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.5-hectares (1.3-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
GUIDE PRICE £200,000
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Land off Yallands Hill and Greenway, Monkton Heathfield, Nr. Taunton, Somerset TA2 8NF
Residential development land, with an allocation for housing. Capacity for between 120no. - 150no. dwellings. The land extends, in total, to approximately 7.15-hectares (17.69-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Land Opposite Langdon Road Industrial Estate, Bradworthy, Nr. Holsworthy Devon EX22 7SF
Residential development site, with a detailed planning permission for up to 38no. dwellings. The site extends, in total, to approximately 2.23-hectares (5.53-acres).
For sale by private treaty.
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Former Fiveways Adult Resource Centre, Ilchester Road, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 3BB
Residential development site, currently occupied by a number of traditional brick buildings together with a range of single storey framed buildings and one large light industrial building. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.9-hectares (2.22-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
GUIDE PRICE £300,000
The Wilderness, North Curry, Somerset TA3 6HN
Residential development site, with detailed planning permission for the construction of a substantial 4-bedroom dwelling (open market) and double garage. Tranquil secluded setting at the end of a private drive within walking distance of the centre of the popular village of North Curry.
For sale by private treaty.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Castlebrook, Compton Dundon, Somerset TA11 6NY
Residential development site, with outline planning permission for up to 5no. dwellings (all open market). The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.49-hectares (1.2-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
GUIDE PRICE £600,000
2 Claremont Lane, Taunton, Somerset TA1 4QX
Residential development site, with detailed planning permission for 2no. 4/5-bed dwellings. Sought after location. Plot 1 approximately 158-sq.m (1,700-sq. ft.). Plot 2 approximately 154-sq.m (1,657-sq. ft.). Taunton town centre 2 miles.
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
GUIDE PRICE £300,000
Land at Palstone Lane, South Brent, Devon TQ10 9PE
Residential development land, abutting the built-up area of South Brent. Partly allocated for development within the adopted Dartmoor National Park Local Plan. The land extends, in total, to approximately 3.19-hectares (7.89-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Land South of High Street, Stogursey, Nr. Bridgwater, Somerset
TA5 1PL
Residential development site, with detailed planning permission for up to 5no. dwellings. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.45hectares (1.11-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net
Somerton Infant School, Etsome Terrace, Somerton, Somerset
TA11 6LY
Proposed residential development site, for up to 9no. dwellings (4no. open market), subject to planning. The site extends, in total, to approximately 0.32-hectares (0.8-acres).
For sale by informal tender.
Taunton Development Land & Planning: 01823 334466 | landplanning.taunton@gth.net PRICE
