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Charnwood BC and Barratt East Midlands Ltd

Language: English Series: Planning Appeal Decisions ; [1997] 12 PAD 9-17(6)Publication details: 1997Subject(s): Summary: Full planning permission - single dweling - nature conservation interests - nesting colony of swifts - structure and local plans - 12 houses recently completed - "Birds of conservation concern" - red, amber and green lists - protection not extended to flight paths - alternative nest sites - not designated as nature conservation site - effect of proposals on swift colony - conditions. Costs - council not unreasonable in not seeking expert advice before making decision - substantiated, but not justified, reason for refusal.

Full planning permission - single dweling - nature conservation interests - nesting colony of swifts - structure and local plans - 12 houses recently completed - "Birds of conservation concern" - red, amber and green lists - protection not extended to flight paths - alternative nest sites - not designated as nature conservation site - effect of proposals on swift colony - conditions. Costs - council not unreasonable in not seeking expert advice before making decision - substantiated, but not justified, reason for refusal.