Despite the unorthodox appearance of the building, the Fisher German planning team have delivered another successful planning consent for conversion to a dwelling.
The farm, on the Leicestershire/Warwickshire border, offered an opportunity for out of the box design and a contemporary conversion of the existing redundant barn.
Although the structure was not a conventional brick and tile building, it met the test of being structurally sound and with adequate access and services.
We encouraged the council to take a pragmatic approach, correctly applying the General Permitted Development Order and enabling the conversion with new walls, roof, windows but working around the original timber structure.
The application was supported by a building survey report confirming that the barn was capable of conversion using its existing frame. This is becoming the key test in securing residential conversions using Permitted Development rights particularly for modern structures.
The images show how the structure will be transformed from an unattractive timber shed into a family’s dream modern home in a countryside setting, but very close to village and town facilities.
Our Building Surveying Team are now completing the construction drawings ready for onsite project management of the development.
If you think you have a similar opportunity waiting to be revealed, Fisher German can help realise that potential ambition.
Your tick list:
• Agricultural building• Structurally sound• Can replace windows, walls, roof, doors within parameters of existing structure• Reasonable access• Services reasonably availableFor further information contact Kay Davies on 01530 567476 or email here
