'Paragraph 79' Planning Permission

We are very excited to have been awarded permission for Upbrook House, in the Wiltshire countryside. Because of its position in a field, it was necessary to apply under the onerous ‘Paragraph 79 clause’ of the National Planning Policy Framework. The policy requires that:

The design if of exceptional quality, in that it:

-       is truly outstanding or innovative, reflecting the highest standards in architecture, and would help to raise standards of design more generally in rural areas; and

-       Would significantly enhance its immediate setting, and be sensitive to the defining characteristics of the local area

Our approach was to satisfy all criteria, designing a house that is of ‘exception quality’, significantly enhances its setting and at the same time truly innovative. 

Follow this link for more information about Upbrook House

Follow this link for our press release in the Architect’s Journal.