Case Study

Location: North Devon – Beachfront site within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)

Service Provided: Planning Permission

Project Overview
Lausten Lehrmann was appointed to secure planning permission to convert Lundy House Hotel into 5 flats. A coastal property located within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in North Devon. The sensitive setting and regulatory constraints required a carefully considered planning strategy.

The Challenge

The project faced several key planning constraints, including:

Location within a designated AONB
Prominent beachfront setting
Restrictions imposed by National England
High scrutiny from the local planning authority

Any proposal needed to demonstrate minimal landscape and visual impact while complying fully with national and local planning policies.

Why They Choose Us:

Expertise in AONB and coastal planning
Strong understanding of national and local planning policy
Proven ability to secure approval on constrained sites
Clear communication and proactive management

Our Approach

We developed and managed a comprehensive planning strategy, including:

Planning Feasibility & Strategy
Assessing policy constraints and identifying a compliant approach to development.
Planning Application Preparation
Producing detailed plans, supporting documentation, and clear justifications aligned with planning policy and environmental considerations.
Authority Liaison & Management
Proactively engaging with the local planning authority and responding to technical feedback throughout the process.

The client was kept informed at every stage, ensuring clarity and confidence throughout the application.

I have used Lausten Lehrmann on several projects. Given the restrictions from National England, I was very impressed with the proposals Lausten Lehrmann provided and managed to get through planning. The team is very professional and experienced dealing with local authorities. I felt in good hands throughout the entire process and was kept updated at each stage.

Tim Cole

Lundy House Hotel

Case Study

The Challenge

Why They Choose Us:

Our Approach

Lausten LehrmannIndependent, RICS Regulated Surveyors, CIOB Chartered Building Consultancy and Chartered Building Engineers

Lausten Lehrmann
Independent, RICS Regulated Surveyors, CIOB Chartered Building Consultancy and Chartered Building Engineers