Equestrian

RPA Autumn Newsletter

RPA Autumn Newsletter

The RPA have launched their autumn newsletter covering updates on the following topics:

  • Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)

  • Countryside Stewardship (CSS)

  • Environmental Stewardship Agreements

  • Retirement Scheme for Farmers - Lump Sum Exit Scheme

  • England Woodland Creation Offer

  • Cross Compliance Rules 2022

  • Future Farming Resilience Fund

  • Farming in Protected Landscapes

For advice and assistance on any of these schemes, get in touch:

Planning Changes - Conversion of Business Units To Residential Use

The latest changes to planning permitted development rules allow some business units to be redeveloped to residential use. The new rules come into effect from 31st August 2020 and apply to buildings that were built before 1st January 1990.

The building must have been vacant for 6 months prior to any permitted development application and the the proposed residential use can only relate to residential flats or apartments. it does not apply for conversions to houses.

The proposal must comply with building regulations and the developer must prepare are construction management plan. the proposed conversion must mirror the existing footprint of the building and can not exceed 1,000 suare meters. The maximum height must not exceed 18 meters.

For further information, please feel free to get in touch: https://bit.ly/3jHaVg4

Farm Business Unit

Planning For An Agricultural or Equestrian Dwelling

Do you need to get planning for a house on your Agricultural or Equestrian holding? Davies Rural can provide expert planning advice to guide you through the planning process. We can prepare your planning application, advise on design and planning policy to ensure that your application stands the best chance of being successful and provides you with a dwelling that meets your needs and that of your farming or equestrian business. For information or initial advice, get in touch,

Equestrian Planning & Business Rates

Are you looking to expand your equestrian enterprise by obtaining planning for extra stables, build a Sandschool or improve the equestrian facilities onsite but have concerns about business rates? We can provide expert advice on how to plan for business rates and ensure that they do not eat into the profitability of your equestrian business. For equestrian planning and professional advice, get in touch