Can the County Council choose to permit proposals, which may appear to be in conflict with detailed planning policies?
Yes, on occasions there can be many differing policies, which may appear to be in conflict with each other. When this occurs, the decision taken must balance any conflicting policies. All applications are considered ‘on their merits’ and if considered to be a departure from planning policy will be subject of reference to the Secretary of State who may decide to invoke his ‘call in’ powers and hold a Public Inquiry.
