Those following the introduction of the amended Class Q and other permitted development rights specific to the development and re-use of agricultural buildings may be interested in reading today’s post on Defra’s farming blog which provides an insight on what Defra considers to be the policy aims of the changes that will come into effect from 21 May 2024.

The new NPPF: isolated dwellings
Planning policy has long required special justification for isolated homes in the countryside. The new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) identifies limited

