## Proposed Conversion Of Outbuildings

 
At Kilnhill Farm, Edale Road, Hope, S33 6ZF 
 
Design & Access Statement  
 
(Including Heritage Statement) 
 Document ref: 2019-01-08-AB-DAS Prepared for - Mr. A Brady (the Applicant) Date - January 2019 
 

## Contents

 
INTRODUCTION 
3 
 
Opening statement 
3 
 
List of application drawings 
3 
 
Purchase, renovation & extension of the listed farmhouse 
3 
 
Proposed conversion 
3 
 
THE SITE  
4 
 
Site location 
4 
 
Site topography 
4 
 
Existing site plan & floor plans 
4 
 
Site description 
5 
 
The existing outbuildings 
7 
 
DESIGN PROPOSAL 
8 
 
ACCESS ISSUES 
8 
 
HERITAGE STATEMENT 
9 
 
Heritage context 
9 
 
The proposed conversion - description & justification for the proposals 
12 
 
Conclusions on Heritage impact 
14 
 
Summary 
14 
 
  

## Proposed Conversion Introduction

The planning & listed building consent application that this statement accompanies is for the conversion of three connected small single storey outbuildings, which are located within land owned by the Applicant and which are adjacent to Kilnhill Farmhouse (the Applicant's family home). 

## Opening Statement

This document has been prepared for the Applicant, **Mr A Brady** by his Agent, **Mr M Whitfield** 
The converted outbuildings are intended to provide new self-catering guest accommodation separate 
(Architect, BA[hons] March ADPPA RIBA) of Whitfield Architects to accompany a householder to the family home, which is to be made available to guests & tourists visiting the surrounding Peak application for planning & listed building consent for the **conversion of outbuildings** adjacent to the District.  
grade II listed Kilnhill Farmhouse, Edale Road, Hope (postcode - S33 6ZF) to create a two bedroom self This proposed conversion & change of use is considered to be compatible with the Park Authority's catered lettable holiday cottage. 

Local Development Framework Core Strategy, namely section 10.23 which states -  
"Conversions and changes of use of existing traditional buildings of historic or vernacular merit will 

## List Of Application Drawings

provide ample opportunities for small scale holiday developments." 
The following architectural drawings are being submitted alongside this document and the completed Policy RT2 further states in relation to new self-catering accommodation -  
application form: 
"…the change of use of a traditional building of historic or vernacular merit to serviced or self-catering 

 
P(00)01 Site Location Plan. 
holiday accommodation will be permitted, except where it would create unacceptable landscape impact 

 
P(01)01 Existing Site Plan (revision B). 
in open countryside…". 

 
P(02)01 Proposed Floor Plans (revision D). 
The proposals shown on the accompanying drawings have been developed to create a sensitive conversion of the existing outbuildings, maintaining their historic character and as such, not providing 

 
P(03)01 Existing Elevations. 
an unacceptable impact on the open countryside or the adjacent grade II listed farmhouse. 

 
P(03)11 Proposed Elevations (revision B). 
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P(03)12 Proposed Detailed Elevations (revision B). 
In addition, an accompanying **Transport Note** (prepared by Mode Transport Planning) and a Bat Survey Report (prepared by ML Ecology) are submitted alongside this document & the accompanying architectural drawings. 

## Purchase, Renovation & Extension Of The Listed Farmhouse

The Applicant purchased the property in 2014 with the long term intention of renovating and extending the property to provide a new family home. The farmhouse was in a poor condition when purchased and since then has been sensitively renovated and extended to create suitable accommodation for the Applicant and his family (refer to application reference NP/HPK/0814/0926 for the renovation works and application references NP/HPK/1015/1026 & NP/HPK/1015/1027 for the extension). The proposals illustrated in this document seek to build on the work undertaken to date by converting the adjacent farm outbuildings to create new self-catering holiday accommodation. The renovation and extension work undertaken to date acts as a benchmark of quality for the proposed conversion. 

## Existing Site Plan & Floor Plans The Site

The existing site plan is shown below (see also drawing P(01)01): 

## Site Location

The site location is shown on the image below with the application boundary shown in red and the remainder of the Applicant's site ownership in dark blue. Edale Road runs from south to north (and vice versa) between the application site to the west and the adjacent River Noe (light blue) to the east. 

 
The existing outbuilding floor plan is shown below (see also drawing P(01)01): 
 

## Site Topography

As would be expected from a site in close proximity to a watercourse such as the River Noe, the site topography is characterised by the slope of the site from west to east towards the line of the river. From the river upwards is a steep slope up to the route of Edale Road and from here the existing farmhouse and adjacent outbuildings sit at an elevated position when compared to the level of the road.  

## Site Description

The site can best be described as a collection of farm buildings, centred on the grade II listed farmhouse with a central farm track bisecting these buildings and leading to a grassed parking area and larger barn structure to the west. 

In the photograph above (taken from Edale Road) the existing rear elevation of the farmhouse is shown on the left. The recently completed single storey extension to the original farmhouse is shown in the middle of the photo (the lighter coloured stone building). The existing outbuildings proposed for conversion are shown on the right of the photograph. The site is currently accessed from a newly constructed access road from Edale Road to the right of this photograph which leads to the rear of the property (around the existing outbuildings for conversion) and the existing car parking area. The original site access (centre of the photograph above) has been temporarily closed off with a traditionally styled timber gate. The existing stone retaining walls along Edale Road shown in the photograph above are to be retained and unchanged by the conversion proposals. The photograph to the bottom right of this page shows the collection of buildings which make up Kilnhill Farm - the outbuildings to be converted are shown to the left and the extension to the farmhouse is shown in the centre with the farmhouse behind. 

 
The photograph above shows the existing dilapidated outbuildings to be converted as viewed from the private access road from Edale Road - the existing farmhouse can be seen behind the outbuildings. 

Below: the north east corner of the existing outbuildings proposed for conversion. 

Below: the north west corner of the outbuildings, with the new farmhouse extension to the rear. 

Below: the existing outbuildings include a small dilapidated lean to which is to be reconstructed. 

Below: the southern elevation of the western part of the outbuildings. 

## The Existing Outbuildings

The existing outbuildings are constructed of stone walls with a mix of roof finishes including stone slates and corrugated roofing sheets.  
Existing window frames and doors are generally made of timber, with a painted finish (though much weathered). Window panes where they remain are single glazed. The outbuildings are a collection of four individual structures, each of a varying size & height and all adjoining one another but with no interconnections between them internally. On the application drawings (specifically P(01)01) and within this document these individual structures are referred to and described as: Barn 1 - a single storey structure with a dual pitch roof, the most eastern part of the outbuildings. The structure is sub-divided internally with a stone wall (to be removed as part of the proposed works). Two external doors give access to the two internal rooms. There is one small window located on the western elevation. Barn 2 - a single storey structure with a dual pitch roof, being the central part of the collection of outbuildings. The structure is not connected to barn 1 but there is a lean to between these two buildings. There is a single external door opposite the farmhouse rear elevation and a single window 
 
to the western elevation. Barn 3 - a single storey structure with a mono-pitch roof with a parapet wall up against Barn 2. The structure abuts Barn 2 and the north & eastern walls of Barn 3 are partially underground. There is a single external door opposite the farmhouse rear elevation and a single high level window to the southern elevation. 

Lean-to - between Barns 1 & 2 on the northern side of the outbuildings is a small dilapidated lean-to structure (an external stone wall and corrugated sheet roof) which is in a very poor state and is proposed to be replaced as part of the works described below. All four parts of the outbuildings are currently used for the Applicant's domestic storage (i.e. they no longer have an agricultural use). 



the existing farmhouse; whilst preserving the size and positions of the historic openings. The new front 

## Design Proposal

door will match these infills, for consistency across the elevation. A single new window opening has been sensitively positioned to provide natural light to bedroom 2 
This proposal seeks to convert all of the existing three adjoining outbuildings (Barns 1, 2 and 3) and whilst maintaining the external character of this part of the outbuildings (i.e. a small sized tall window extend the central outbuilding (Barn 1) over the existing footprint of a dilapidated lean too.  
positioned to suit the internal layout). New conservation style rooflights are shown to the roof (x7 in total). All new external walls will be formed in natural stone to match the existing external walls. New door and window openings will have stone sills & lintels to match the existing outbuildings. The existing roof finishes will be removed and replaced with a new natural slate finish, to match the farmhouse extension. New rainwater goods will be traditionally styled to match the farmhouse extension. To the northern elevation, a set of patio doors is proposed to provide additional natural light into the central living room and to provide external access to a small sunken patio. This patio will be lower than the existing embankment level to the north of the outbuildings and approximately level with the floor finish of the converted outbuilding living area. This is a similar layout and design to the sunken patio and doors to the adjacent farmhouse extension. A stone wall (part retaining wall) will run along the perimeter of the patio - with the existing landscape levels to the north of the wall maintained (so the patio appears hidden from the main road). The design proposals seek to sensitively convert the existing outbuildings with only a small extension to the north elevation, to replicate the existing footprint of the demolished lean-to. 

## Access Issues

A new vehicle access has been formed (part of a previous planning application) located to the north of the outbuildings and connecting the existing car parking area to the west of the farmhouse with the main road. The converted outbuildings will share this vehicle access and the car parking area, which is sizeable enough to easily accommodate 4 x cars and a turning area (i.e. three for the farmhouse and 

 
one for guests, based on current car parking guidelines - refer also to the accompanying Transport Note for further information). 

The converted and extended outbuildings will provide a central open plan kitchen, dining and living room; with access to two bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms. The internal floor levels will step up Pedestrian access to the outbuildings is via a new front door on the south elevation of the outbuildings. 

and down as required due to the varying external and internal levels. A new "front door" is proposed Refuse collection will be shared with the farmhouse - i.e. the Applicant will organise refuse collection on the south elevation of the outbuildings, which allows access to the shared driveway and car parking from the guest accommodation in advance of refuse collection day and combine this with the refuse area. 

from the farmhouse (using the same pick up point at the site perimeter). 

All existing window and door openings are to be retained. All existing window frames and glazing There is ample space within the site perimeter for any larger vehicles or small delivery vehicles to access however will be replaced, with matching, traditionally styled painted timber frames and double-glazed the site and use the car parking area to manoeuvre - so no reversing onto the highway for larger windows. The existing door openings facing the farmhouse will be infilled and clad externally with vehicles is required. Access to the existing farmhouse is unchanged. 

timber, with a stained finish, which will allow for privacy between the new guest accommodation and Paragraph 132 advises that when considering the impact of a proposed development on the 

significance of a designated heritage asset, great weight should be given to the asset's conservation. 

## Heritage Statement

Paragraph 137 states that local planning authorities should look for opportunities for new development within the setting of heritage assets to enhance or better reveal their significance. 

The following **Heritage Statement** is included within this Design & Access Statement as required by the Proposals that preserve those elements of the setting that make a positive contribution to or better National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) for any development which has an impact on a designated reveal the significance of the asset should be treated favourably.  
heritage asset. In this regard, the existing farmhouse is a grade II listed building and the site is located within a Conservation Area. 

## 5.1.3 The Adjacent Listed Building

This section will provide: 
The existing Kilnhill farmhouse is a grade II listed building, located on a prominent position along Edale 

 
A summary of the heritage context and a response to the consultation comments on the 
Road. 

previously withdrawn application; 
The main house is characterised by a central front door with a single window to either side. These 

 
A more detailed description of & justification for the proposed conversion; 
single windows repeat above at first floor. The external walls and roof are made from local stone (coursed stonework and stone tiles respectively). Two stone chimney stacks flank either side of the 

 
And the impact of the proposals on the heritage context of the site. 
roof on each gable end.  
This section is intended to summarise the impact on the existing heritage context of the site by the The remaining three elevations are made of local stone, with the rear elevation being more of a diverse proposals and to demonstrate how these changes will result in an overall **improvement** of the existing collection of window and door openings - reflecting the fact that the original building was extended site as a whole and the existing outbuildings in architectural terms; given that the proposed works will here from a smaller rear building to create the more symmetrical proportioned house seen today. 

renovate, refurbish and sensitively extend the existing dilapidated outbuildings which are in a poor condition both internally and externally. 

The farmhouse was sensitively renovated in 2014 and extended by the Applicant in 2017. The quality of design & construction of the extension to the farmhouse is to be repeated with the conversion of the outbuildings. 

## Heritage Context 5.1.4 List Description 5.1.1 The Application Site

Heritage Category: Listed Building Grade: II 
The application site location is described above in section 2.  
List Entry Number: 1096625 

## 5.1.2 National Planning Policy Framework

Date first listed: 24-Sep-1984 
The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) states at paragraph 131 that in the determination of Statutory Address: KILNHILL FARMHOUSE, EDALE ROAD, S33 6ZF 
planning applications, local planning authorities should take account of: 
PARISH OF HOPE, EDALE ROAD (West Side), Kilnhill Farmhouse (Formerly listed as: Killhill Farmhouse) 

 
The desirability of sustaining and enhancing the significance of heritage assets and putting 
"House. Early C18. Coursed gritstone with gritstone dressings. Stone slate roof with stone gable end 

them to viable uses consistent with their conservation; 
stacks. Angle quoins. Two storeys. South elevation of two bays. Central doorway with stone surround, 

 
The positive contribution that conservation of heritage assets can make to sustainable 
keystone and bracketed stone hood. C20 glazed door. Flanked on each side by windows with flush stone 

communities including their economic vitality; and 
surrounds and pairs of small plain sashes set in. Two similar but smaller windows above. North elevation with two 2-light square section flush mullion windows" [Listing NGR: SK1716183887]. 

 
The desirability of new development making a positive contribution to local character and distinctiveness. 
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Listed building consent for the works to the farmhouse - refer to application reference 

## 5.1.5 The Existing Outbuildings

NP/HPK/0814/0926 for these renovation works. APPROVED. 
The existing outbuildings are a mix of three or four structures built (we think) at different times as agricultural buildings associated with the former use of the land as a small holding (with the farmhouse 

 
Listed building consent and planning approval for the extension to the farmhouse - refer to 
at its centre). 

application references NP/HPK/1015/1026 & NP/HPK/1015/1027. APPROVED. 
The existing outbuildings are stone built, with timber framed door and window openings with single 

 
Listed building and planning consent for the conversion of the outbuildings - refer to 
glazing. Some existing window openings are boarded up and the general condition of the windows and 

application references NP/HPK/0618/0559 & NP/HPK/0518/0377. WITHDRAWN. 
doors is poor. The roof to the lowest of the structures has a stone tile finish - considered to be the oldest part of the 

## 5.1.8 Comments Received From Conservation Officer (On Withdrawn Application)

building. The other parts of the outbuildings have corrugated sheeting as their roof finish. The roofs A previous application for planning & listed building consent was submitted to the local authority in are leaking and in need of replacement. 

summer 2018 and subsequently withdrawn by the Applicant's Agent, in order to address comments The outbuildings are suitable for conversion to residential use, with minor changes to the external walls received from the local authority's conservation officer.  
and floor; and with more significant changes to the roof covering, internal walls, door openings and These comments are summarised as follows and a response (by the author / Agent) is provided below windows. 

each comment (in blue) which aims to address the issue raised as much possible at this stage: 
Most of the existing built form of the outbuildings is to be retained with a small extension to replace 
"I fully support the repair and enhancement of the outbuildings. However, I have concerns about the an existing lean to along the northern elevation.  
current proposal because of the following: 
The irregular shape, quirkiness and agricultural character of the existing outbuildings will therefore be The proposed floor plan & elevations have been amended for this resubmission and these are shown maintained., breathing new life into an under used storage building. 

on the accompanying architectural drawings - the significant changes have been to - 1) amend the front door position, 2) reduce the number of new external openings and 3) to reduce the extent of the sunken patio on the northern elevation. 

## 5.1.6 Peak District National Park Farmsteads Character Statement

The Peak District National Park Farmsteads Character Statement provides guidance for sustainable 

(a) Use: The outbuildings are currently used as (domestic) storage for the principal building. This is 
development and enhancement of historic farms within the Peak District, of which Kilnhill Farm is clearly the preferred use as the buildings were constructed as ancillary buildings to the principal building considered to sit within the loose and small courtyard style of farmstead, where a detached farmhouse 
(original use) and this use does not incur any alterations to historic fabric and the floor plans. However, sits adjacent or opposite to ancillary farm buildings with a simple courtyard in between (it is thought other uses may be acceptable, subject to the new use (and alterations required to enable the new use that Kilnhill Farm in parts dates back to the 18th century). 

to be implemented) not compromising the significance of the outbuildings, their contribution to the significance of the principal listed building, the setting of the listed building and the character and The layout of individual buildings within the farmstead and the relationship between the farmhouse appearance of the Birchover Conservation Area. 

and the outbuildings will remain unchanged by the proposals shown on the accompanying drawings - there is no change to the overall footprint, position, height, scale and external materials proposed - as Whilst there may be other possible uses for the outbuildings should these not be utilised in their the scope of the project is to convert the existing rather than fundamentally change the size or current form as domestic storage space; the Applicant does not wish to consider these as only a appearance of the outbuildings. 

conversion to a two bedroom holiday cottage is desired (i.e. if a holiday cottage is not acceptable to the local authority, no work will be undertaken to convert the outbuildings to a new use). 

## 5.1.7 Previous Planning & Listed Building Consent Applications (B) Alterations:

The following planning & listed building consent applications for the site are relevant in relation to this 
(i) Are any structural works and / or consolidation / rebuilding parts of the structures required? If so, application: 
information should be provided. 

The existing lean-to is to be demolished and replaced with a new extension. The remaining outbuilding 

## (Iv) The Number And Position Of The Proposed Rooflights; The Combination Of The New Windows, Doors And Rooflights Proposed On The Back (North) Elevation Of The Outbuildings Will Harm The Character Of The

external walls are relatively substantial but may well require some local underpinning and repair as 

## Structures.

required to ensure their continued stability. The exact extent of structural works, rebuilding and repair can be confirmed prior to works All rooflights will be of the Conservation type. The number of windows overall has been reduced since commencing on site if required by the local authority (in conjunction with an appointed building receipt of this comment. Seven rooflights in all are provided, with five of these being north facing. 

contractor). It is anticipated that new structural ridge beams (timber or steel) will be required to Barns These are preferred on the northern elevation, to allow constant north lighting into the converted 
1 and 2 including the new extension.  
outbuildings - however, if required by the local authority these could be repositioned on the southern facing roof. 

(ii) The proposed scheme does not respect the internal layout of the outbuildings. All the doorways within the south elevation of the buildings are to be permanently fixed and internal walls are to be 

## (V) The Design Of The Proposed New Windows Is Discordant With The Character Of The Outbuildings. Little

removed and /or altered. The internal wall within the west structure appears to contain evidence of 

## Detail Has Been Submitted On The Proposed Alterations And The Detailing Indicated On The 'Proposed

earlier openings; 

## Detailed Elevations' Is Poor;

The existing internal stone walls are required to be removed to facilitate the proposed two bedroom The number of window openings has been reduced since receipt of this comment, with a larger reliance layout with living accommodation, kitchen and en-suites. Unfortunately, retention of all of these on roof lighting to provide natural light to all internal rooms. Only one new window opening is now internal walls would not provide the layout required by the Applicant to make the holiday cottage proposed (with three existing window openings reused). In terms of the detailing of this new window commercially viable as a holiday let. In addition, opening up the former door openings in the west and the replacement windows, the "detailed elevation" drawings provided are at a scale of 1:50 which structure does not provide a viable floor plan layout.  
we assume is acceptable (if not larger scale drawings could be provided). The same level of detail was provided for the approved extension to the farmhouse. 

Since this comment was made however, the proposed design has been amended to propose the new "front" door to the converted outbuildings to be located on the farmhouse side of the building (and 

## (Vi) A Wood-Burner Flue Is Proposed On The Back Pitch Rising Above The Roofs Of The Outbuilding And

not the northern elevation). 

## Detracting From Its Character;

The log burning stove is desired by the Applicant (it is still currently shown on the submitted drawings). 

(iii) The north (back) elevations of the structures are fenestration free; this is in keeping with the local As a compromise, the flue could be relocated to be moved from the northern side of the ridge line to vernacular. The introduction of openings within the back elevations of the outbuildings will therefore the southern side (and therefore when viewed from Edale Road, the visual impact would be lessened). 

dilute the character and significance of the outbuildings. Patio (French) doors are alien to the character of the buildings; 

## (Vii) The Sunken Patio Proposed At The Back Of The Outbuilding Is Out Of Character With The Host (Out-)

In the proposed scheme that this document accompanies, the design has been amended to omit any 

## Buildings And Will Not Preserve Or Enhance The Character And Appearance Of The Conservation Area."

new window openings on the northern elevation. The patio doors however remain to the living room As stated above, the extent of the sunken patio has been reduced in size; with the previously proposed and these access the sunken patio. It should be noted that patio doors were considered appropriate side path and stairs omitted. Given its sunken nature, the patio will not be visible from Edale Road. 

for the extension to the existing farmhouse (and have been installed allowing access to the farmhouse external patio). A similar requirement is desired to the living room of the converted outbuildings.  

## 5.1.9 Perimeter Landscaping And Courtyard Changes

Given the proposed floor level of the living area to the converted outbuildings, this results in the sunken The previously submitted proposals involved changes to the perimeter landscape and courtyard areas patio with the existing site levels along the northern elevation being retained. It is therefore anticipated 
- however the proposals have been scaled back, to aim to maintain the existing external landscape that the base of the patio doors will be visually screened by the landscaping when viewed from Edale character of the outbuildings which is key to preserving the special landscape and architectural Road, and as such will appear as window openings rather than a patio door opening (and therefore, character of Kilnhill Farm. 

we hope, more acceptable). 


## The Proposed Conversion - Description & Justification For The Proposals

The following text & imagery provides a more detailed description (in addition to Section 3 and 4 above) and justification for the proposed design described in section 3 above and illustrated on the application drawings. The proposed external elevations are included below - see also drawing P(03)12: 
Above: Proposed west elevation showing, from left to right: 2 x replacement windows within existing window openings; existing yard and the existing farmhouse. Log burning stove flue shown centrally (and to a height required by building regulations). 

Above: Proposed south elevation showing, from left to right: 2 x existing doors infilled; new front door to converted outbuilding; 2 x existing doors infilled; and a replacement of the existing high-level window. 

Above: Proposed east elevation to Edale Road showing, from left to right: the existing farmhouse; the existing yard; 2 x new conservation rooflights; 1 x new structural opening and window to provide additional natural light to the bedroom here; and on the right hand side of the image, the proposed extension on the footprint of the existing lean-to. 

Above: Proposed north elevation showing, from left to right: New patio doors to sunken patio and 5 x conservation rooflights. 

The proposed materials associated with the conversion are as follows: 

## 5.2.1 Size, Height & Scale

All three elements of the existing outbuildings (Barns 1, 2 and 3) are to be converted. A small new 

 
All existing external walls to Barns 1, 2 and 3 are to be retained and repointed externally as 
extension is to be built on the footprint of the existing lean-to between Barns 1 and 2.  

required. New external walls to the proposed extension will be of coursed local stone with 
any new stone features to match the existing (sills, lintels & quoins). 
The overall size of the building footprint will therefore remain the same. 

 
New windows to be timber framed casement windows with double glazing. Frame colour to 
The height of the proposed new roof covering will match the existing height of the outbuildings in the 

match house extension. 
case of each new roof. The height of the new extension on the footprint of the existing lean-to will match the height of Barn 1.  

 
The existing roof finish will be removed, and a new natural slate finish will be constructed, to match the extension to the existing farmhouse. All clay ridge tiles will be replaced where re-
The overall height of the converted buildings will therefore remain the same. 

use is not practical. No fascia board is proposed - the eaves detail to all elevations will match 
The scale of the outbuildings in comparison to the existing farmhouse and its recently completed 

the extension to the existing farmhouse. 
extension is complimentary - the outbuildings will remain the subservient part of the collection of 

 
New front door to outbuildings and new patio doors within new structural opening in 
buildings that formerly made up the farm. 

outbuilding wall to be timber framed doors with double glazing. Frame colour to match house 
The proposed conversion therefore is complimentary in scale to the listed farmhouse. 

extension. 
 
New level floor with damp proof membrane, ground bearing insulation and screed, with new 

## 5.2.2 External Materials

floor finishes throughout. 
The existing materials used to construct the outbuildings are as follows: 

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The new ceiling will consist of new insulation between and under the rafters, with a new 
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External walls of random & coursed natural stone with stone features. 
plasterboard finish with plaster skim and painted finish. 2 x new timber or steel ridge beams 
 
Timber framed single glazed windows with frames & glazing both requiring replacement due 
may well be required. 
to poor condition. 
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New timber stud walls to sub divide bedrooms and en-suite accommodation. Plasterboard to 
 
Pitched roof finish consisting of a mix of natural stone slates (Barn 1) and corrugated sheeting. 
stud-work with plaster skim and painted finish.  
 
External timber doors & door frames - require replacement due to redundancy and poor 
 
New internal doors to be timber with timber frames (either painted or stained). 
condition. 
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No new chimney stacks proposed to outbuilding - flue from wood burning stove only. The new 
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Solid floor - mix of stone and concrete (no floor finish). 
flue will be of polyester powder coated aluminium or steel, with a dark grey or black colour. 
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No ceilings to outbuildings currently - open roof structure only (i.e. rafters and roof covering 
 
Lighting proposals not yet known - if required, a suitably worded planning condition should 
exposed). Replacement of all damaged, rotten or otherwise defective rafters will be required. 
be added to the listed building consent. 
 
Existing stone internal walls to outbuildings - most of these internal walls will need to be 
 
New rainwater goods will be traditionally styled and black in colour (i.e. to match the 
removed to facilitate the proposed new layout and unfortunately, it is not possible to 
farmhouse). 
accommodate a 2 x bedroom layout without removal of the walls noted. 
The proposed external materials are therefore **complimentary** and **appropriate** for the Conservation 

 
Currently there are no existing internal doors (all rooms are accessed externally). 
Area and to maintain the historic setting of the listed building; whilst involving minimal intervention and change to the existing external appearance of the outbuildings. 

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Stone chimney stacks to existing farmhouse only - no flues or other external pipework. 
 
Mix of wall mounted and free-standing lighting to existing house and patio area only. 
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Rainwater goods to the existing house & extension are traditionally styled and black in colour. 
 

## Conclusions On Heritage Impact

This document has aimed to set out the design, access and heritage aspects of the proposed End of statement - all queries, please contact: 
renovation, conversion & extension.  
Mark Whitfield, Architect In terms of assessing the heritage impact of the proposed development; this has to be considered in Whitfield Architects, 27 High Grove Road, Cheadle, SK8 1NS 
the context of the affected heritage assets - in this case the existing grade II listed farmhouse and Tel: 07725 227 506 
surrounding Conservation Area. 

Email: *mark@whitfieldarchitects.com* 
Given the current condition of the outbuildings, we consider their renovation, conversion & extension to have a positive impact on the existing heritage assets, as the existing buildings will be fully renovated 
 
& improved to provide new guest accommodation, removing any elements which are dilapidated or in 
 
need of replacement and which have a negative impact on the farmhouse and the wider Conservation Area. This is specifically due to:  

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The existing poor quality corrugated roof finish will be removed. 
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The existing poor quality windows and door infills will be removed and replaced. 
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There is little change to the exterior of the outbuildings (i.e. the external walls & stonework). 
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There is no increase in overall roof height. 
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The proposed external materials selected are complimentary and appropriate to the setting. 
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No works to the exterior or interior of the existing grade II listed farmhouse are proposed. 
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The proposed conversion will mean the outbuildings remain subservient to the existing farmhouse. 
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The conversion works will secure the outbuildings and prevent further deterioration. 

## Summary

It is clear that the conversion of the outbuildings will affect the significance of the recognised heritage asset of the grade II listed farmhouse and the wider Conservation Area. However given the proposed design solutions and justification provided above, the impact is considered by the author to be positive. The proposal represents an opportunity for the elements of the outbuildings which are of poor quality and do not provide a positive contribution to the setting of the listed building & Conservation Area to be removed; and replaced with improved elements which complement the surrounding heritage context, improve this corner of the Conservation Area and better reveal the significance of the grade II listed farmhouse and the historic collection of farm buildings as a whole.