Without planning permission, the material change of use of the land for the erection of an independent C3 unit of residential accommodation and associated operational development consisting of a concrete base, sceptic [sic] tank, decked area, access path, hardstanding, timber fence and covered Heras fencing/screening and associated chattels (e.g., plant pots, outside seating, lighting, etc.) marked with a blue ‘A’ on the attached plan
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Borough Success Rate
In Cornwall Council, approx 32.8% of Change of use appeals are successful. (Sample: 189 cases).
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Archive Data: 16 Decisions
Allowance Rate (Change of use)
18.8%
↓ Strict
National Average (Change of use)
32.5%
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Appeal Decisions
by Jessica Graham BA (Hons) PgDipL
an Inspector appointed by the Secretary of State
Decision date: 26 January 2026
Appeal A Ref: APP/D0840/C/25/3371731
Appeal B Ref: APP/D0840/C/25/3371732
Land at 2 Rookery Cottages, Mile Hill, Porthtowan, Truro, Cornwall TR4 8TY
• The appeals are made under section 174 of the Town and…