Application Number W/25/01531/FUL
Status Application Approved

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  • Application
    Valid
    18/07/2025
  • Consultation
    End
    23/09/2025
  • Committee
    Meeting
    N/A
  • Decision

    Approval
  • Decision
    Date
    16/02/2026
  • Appeal
    Started
    N/A
  • Appeal
    Decision
    N/A
Summary
Application Number W/25/01531/FUL
Location Address Hill Top Farm Newland Lane Newland DROITWICH SPA WR9 7JH
Proposal Erection of 3 no. self build detached dwellings
Status Approval
Application Type Full planning permission
Appeal Decision N/A

Important Dates
Application Received Date 17/07/2025
Application Valid Date 18/07/2025
Consultation Start Date 05/08/2025
Site Visited / Site Notice Date
Consultation End 23/09/2025
Advert Expiry 14/08/2025
Committee Date (if applicable)
Committee Agenda
Decision Date 16/02/2026

Further Information
Expected Decision Level Delegated
Case Officer Isabelle Badland
Parish Salwarpe
Ward North Claines & Salwarpe Ward
Applicant Mrs Dionne Astley-Morton
Agent Mrs Dionne Astley-Morton
Agent Address Hill Top Farm Newland Lane Newland DROITWICH WR9 7JH

Condition Details / Information Notes
The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission. Reason: To conform with the requirements of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.
Unless where required or allowed by other conditions attached to this permission/consent, the development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the information (including details on the proposed materials) provided on the application form and the following plans/drawings/documents – Unit 1 elevations U-1.2 R1 (dated October 2025) Unit 1 floor plans U-1.1a (dated October 2025) Area Block Plan A200 (dated October 2025) Unit 2 Elevations U-2.2 R1 (dated October 2025) Unit 2 floor plans U-2.1 R2 (dated October 2025) Unit 3 Elevations U-3.2 R1 (dated October 2025) Unit 3 floor plans U-3.1 R2 (dated October 2025) Plot 3 garages A104 Plot 2 garages A103 Block Plan and OS Plan A100 (dated October 2025) OS Plan A115 Reason: To define the permission in accordance with Policy SWDP1 and SWDP2 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan and the National Planning Policy Framework.
No building operations herby permitted shall commence until details of all the external materials to be used in the construction of the development shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall not be carried out other than in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure a satisfactory external appearance of the development and that high quality materials and finishes are used, in accordance with policies SWDP 21 and SWDP 25 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of National Planning Policy Framework.
In the event that contamination is found at any time when carrying out the approved development that was not previously identified it must be reported immediately to the Local Planning Authority. The applicant is advised to immediately seek the advice of an independent geo-environmental consultant experienced in contaminated land risk assessment, including intrusive investigations and remediation. No further works should be undertaken in the areas of suspected contamination, other thanthat work required to be carried out as part of an approved remediation scheme, unless otherwise agreed by the Local Planning Authority, until requirements 1 to 4 below have been complied with: 1. Detailed site investigation and risk assessment must be undertaken by competent persons in accordance with the Environment Agency's 'Land Contamination: Risk Management' guidance and a written report of the findings produced. The risk assessment must be designed to assess the nature and extent of suspected contamination and approved by the Local Planning Authority prior to any further development taking place. 2. Where identified as necessary, a detailed remediation scheme to bring the site to a condition suitable for the intended use by removing unacceptable risks to identified receptors must be prepared and is subject to the approval of the Local Planning Authority in advance of undertaking. The remediation scheme must ensure that the site will not qualify as Contaminated Land under Part 2A Environmental Protection Act 1990 in relation to the intended use of the land after remediation. 3. The approved remediation scheme must be carried out in accordance with its terms prior to the re-commencement of any site works in the areas of suspected contamination, other than that work required to carry out remediation, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. 4. Following completion of measures identified in the approved remediation scheme a verification report that demonstrates the effectiveness of the remediation carried out must be produced and is subject to the approval of the Local Planning Authority prior to the occupation of any buildings on site. Reason- To ensure that the risks from land contamination to the future users of the land and neighbouring land are minimised, together with those to controlled waters, property, and ecosystems, and to ensure that the development can be carried out safely without unacceptable risks to workers, neighbours and other offsite receptors in accordance with SWDP 31 and SWDP21 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan, 2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
The development hereby permitted shall not be occupied/first used until full details of all foul and surface water drainage systems to serve the development have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved drainage works shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details before the first occupation/use of the development hereby permitted and shall be retained thereafter. Reason: To ensure development would not result in unacceptable risk of pollution or harm to the environment and to ensure the proposed development does not exacerbate flood risk and deals with surface water run-off from the site in a sustainable manner, in accordance with policies SWDP28, SWDP29 and SWDP 30 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
The Development hereby approved shall not be first occupied until the first 5 metres of the access into the development, measured from the edge of the carriageway, has been surfaced in a bound material. REASON: In the interests of highway safety and in accordance with SWDP4 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
The Development hereby approved shall not be first occupied until the access, parking and turning facilities have been provided as shown on Drawing Number A200 (dated October 2025). REASON: To ensure conformity with summited details and in accordance with SWDP4 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan, 2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
The Development hereby approved shall not be occupied until an area has been laid out within the curtilage of each dwelling for the parking of 3 cars at a gradient not exceeding 1 in 8. This area shall thereafter be retained for the purpose of parking a vehicle only. REASON: In the interests of highway safety and to ensure the free flow of traffic using the adjoining highway and in accordance with SWDP4 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan, 2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
The Development hereby permitted shall not be first occupied until sheltered and secure cycle parking to comply with the Council’s adopted highway design guide has been provided in accordance with details which shall first be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority and thereafter the approved cycle parking shall be kept available for the parking of bicycles only. REASON: To comply with the Council’s parking standards and in accordance with SWDP4 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan, 2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
Before the commencement of development hereby permitted, details of renewable and/or low carbon energy generation measures shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The measures shall contribute to at least 10% of the predicted energy requirements of the development. The details to be submitted shall include:- - the overall predicted energy requirements of the approved development; - the predicted energy generation from the proposed renewable/low carbon energy measures; and - an implementation timetable for the proposed measures. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason - To ensure the development supports the delivery of low carbon/renewable energy and safeguards natural resources in accordance with policy SWDP27 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
Before the first use/occupation of the development hereby permitted a scheme of landscaping shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The landscaping scheme shall include:- (i) a plan(s) showing details of all existing trees and hedges on the application site. The plan should include, for each tree/hedge, the accurate position, canopy spread and species, together with an indication of any proposals for felling/pruning and any proposed changes in ground level, or other works to be carried out, within the canopy spread. (ii) a plan(s) showing the layout of proposed tree, hedge and shrub planting and grass areas. (iii) a schedule of proposed planting - indicating species, sizes at time of planting and numbers/densities of plants. (iv) a written specification outlining cultivation and other operations associated with plant and grass establishment. (v) a schedule of maintenance, including watering and the control of competitive weed growth, for a minimum period of five years from first planting. All planting and seeding/turfing shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details in the first planting and seeding/turfing seasons following the completion or first occupation/use of the development, whichever is the sooner. The planting shall be maintained in accordance with the approved schedule of maintenance. Any trees or plants which, within a period of five years from the completion of the planting, die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of similar size and species. Reason - To ensure the proposed development does not have an adverse effect on the character and appearance of the area in accordance with policies SWDP21 and SWDP25 of South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
Before the first use/occupation of the development hereby permitted details of a precise specification of the proposed materials for the hard landscaping of the site (including roads, paths, parking areas and other hard surfaces) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The hard landscaping of the site shall be completed before [the first use/occupation of the development hereby permitted ] or [in accordance with a timetable agreed in writing by the local planning authority]. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason - To ensure the proposed development represents high quality design and does not have an adverse effect on the character and appearance of the area in accordance with policies SWDP21 and SWDP25 of South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
Before the first use/occupation of the development hereby permitted a plan indicating the positions, design, materials and type of boundary treatment to be erected shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The boundary treatment shall be completed before the first use/occupation of the development hereby permitted. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason - To protect the amenities of properties and ensure the proposed development does not have an adverse effect on the character and appearance of the area in accordance with policies SWDP21 and SWDP25 of South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
The Garages hereby permitted under Plot 2 & 3, shall not be constructed until the overhead/underground cables within the site have been removed or re-routed. Written confirmation from National Grid that the cables have been removed or re-routed shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, prior to the commencement of any development associated with these garaged on the plots identified above. REASON: To ensure the safe and satisfactory development of the site in accordance with SWDP 21 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and to prevent development in a location that would conflict with public infrastructure, thereby safeguarding public safety and maintaining the operational integrity of the electricity network and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
Demolition, clearance or construction work and deliveries to and from the site in connection with the development hereby approved shall only take place between the hours of 08.00 and 18.00hrs Monday to Friday and 08.00 and 13.00hrs on a Saturday. There shall be no demolition, clearance or construction work or deliveries to and from the site on Sundays or Bank Holidays. Reason - To preserve the amenities of the locality in accord with Policy SWDP21 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
The development hereby approved shall proceed in strict accordance with the recommendations outlined in Chapter 1 of the Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (dated September 2024) by Focus. Reason: To ensure the development contributes to the conservation and enhancement of biodiversity within the site and the wider area in accordance with policy SWDP22 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
Before the first occupation of Plot 1 hereby permitted, the wardrobe window at first floor level shown on the west elevation shall be fitted with Pilkington Level 4 obscured glazing or equivalent and shall be permanently retained in that condition thereafter. Reason - To protect the amenities of adjoining/nearby properties from unacceptable overlooking/loss of privacy and/or represent quality design in accordance with policy SWDP21 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
The proposed garages hereby permitted for Units 1, 2 & 3 shall not be occupied at any time other than for purposes ancillary to the residential use of the dwellings hereby permitted. Reason - To preserve the amenities of the locality in accord with Policy SWDP21 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan,2016 and in the interests of sustainable development as other uses would be contrary to the development location strategy set out in policy SWDP2 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan and the relevant aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 (as amended) (or any order revoking, re-enacting, substituting, amending, extending, consolidating, replacing or modifying that Order), no (restricted works)(additions, extensions or external alterations) (new windows or other openings) (building or enclosure, swimming or other pool required for a purpose incidental to the enjoyment of the dwelling house) shall be constructed/carried out on the application site following the completion/first use of the development hereby permitted. Reason: To safeguard the character and appearance of the development and its surroundings, and to ensure a high standard of design in accordance with Policy SWD21 of the South Worcestershire Development Plan (2016) and the relevant provisions of the National Planning Policy Framework.
The applicants attention is drawn to the existence of an agreement made under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended), and the restrictions imposed therein.

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Document Type Date Description File Size Drawing/Rev Number
Application Documents
Application Plans
Neighbour and Other Response
Statutory Consultee Response
Decision

Consultation Responses

Neighbour List


In addition to consultations with the consultee listed, we will publicise the application in accordance with national requirements and our local policy. This publicity usually takes the form of letters to nearby properties, the posting of site notices and/or the placing of a public notice in our local newspapers.


Address Sent Reply Received
4Hillcrest view Newland lane Droitwich Wr97hq 26/08/2025
Fawn House 1 Hillcrest View Newland Droitwich Spa DROITWICH WR9 7HQ 18/07/2025 13/08/2025
Willow House 3 Hillcrest View Newland DROITWICH SPA WR9 7HQ 18/07/2025 20/08/2025
4 Hillcrest View Newland Droitwich Spa DROITWICH WR9 7HQ 18/07/2025
The Old Cart Shed Newland Lane Newland DROITWICH SPA WR9 7JH 18/07/2025
Clippity Clop 2 Hillcrest View Newland DROITWICH SPA WR9 7HQ 18/07/2025 27/08/2025

Consultee List


Name Organisation Sent Reply Due Reply Received
Cllr Daniel Birch North Claines & Salwarpe Ward 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
Cllr Nicolas Wright North Claines & Salwarpe Ward 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
Drainage Engineer Engineers - S.W. Land Drainage Partnership 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
Highways County Highways 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
Housing Team - WDC Housing - WDC 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
Mrs E Gallagher Salwarpe Parish Council 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
Mrs E Marshall Landscape Officer 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
Policy Plans - General Policy Plans - General 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
Tree Preservation Officer Tree Preservation Officer 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
WDC Natural Heritage & Biodiversity Officer WDC Natural Heritage & Biodiversity 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
Worcestershire & Herefordshire LMC Ltd Local Medical Committee 18/07/2025 08/08/2025
Drainage Engineer Engineers - S.W. Land Drainage Partnership 05/08/2025 26/08/2025

Constraints List


Constraints List
Paper: Droitwich Advertiser - Thursday
Outside SWDP Development Boundary
CIL008 - Non-Urban Area
Section 106 Agreement
Tree Preservation Order - TPO/W/32/93/001/TPO
Wind Turbines
Policy Case HLA - WDC/544/HOU. Hill Top Farm, Newland Lane, Newland, Droitwich Spa, WR9 7JH. Reserved matters applications for 4 dwellings following outline permission W/22/00143/OUT. Open Market. Small windfall (HLA only)
Policy Case HLA - WDC/608/HOU. Hill Top Farm, Newland Lane, Newland, Droitwich Spa, WR9 7JH. Permission in Principle for the construction of 3 no. self-build dwellings. Affordable. Small windfall (HLA only)
SWDP 15: Designated Rural Areas
SWDP 2: Development Boundary
SWDP 5: Protect and Restore
SWDP49/2: Housing Allocations
Public Right of Way: Type- Footpath. Path No- SA-532 C
No associated appeals