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Class-Q Application Approved
Absolutely thrilling news! Our application has finally been approved, and we’ve been granted permission to transform our barn into a charming countryside dwelling. Imagine the possibilities—the rustic beams, the vaulted ceilings, and the glorious open spaces. Soon, we’ll have the unique blend of historic character and modern comfort right at our fingertips. This barn conversion…
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Class-Q Application
Following the pre-application advice from Colchester planning we were unsure which direction to take. I consulted several architects for their advice on what could be done. National policy essentially rules out new residential development in rural areas (see below). There are exceptions, but the only one we might be eligible for would be a design…
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Land Officially Purchased
After a month or two of back and forth with the lawyers with surveys and covenant agreements, we finally closed on the land purchase! We will be eternally grateful for the generous price for which we have been able to buy the land. This is the first big cost and the first financial risk of…
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Green Clearance
A tremendous amount of effort has gone into the initial stages of clearing the site. While preserving nature is paramount, we had to cut back extensive brambles and bushes to access the barn and facilitate future maintenance. The fact that we were unaware of the barn’s existence when submitting our Pre-app plan highlights just how…
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Pre-application Advice
Recently, we took the plunge and applied to Colchester planning for some advice, hoping to test the waters with our concept of a simply designed pre-fab house. The land in question is a lovely plot we’re planning to buy from some friends of ours. Now, neither of us can boast any construction experience—our DIY prowess…
