Inquiry

Proposed 144 dwelling residential development on land at Hampton Lovett, Droitwich Spa, Wychavon District

5 day inquiry into an appeal by Beechcroft Land Ltd against Wychavon District Council’s refusal to grant planning permission for a proposed 144 dwelling development on an unallocated greenfield site near Droitwich Spa. The issues include the impact on a nearby Grade 1 listed church, landscape and visual impact, the extent of the District’s housing and affordable housing supply, and the proper interpretation and application of the relevant development plan and NPPF policies. Charles Banner QC and Alistair Mills appeared for the appellant, Beechcroft Land Ltd, instructed by Guy Wakefield of Ridge LLP.

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