Substantial extension and remodelling in South Downs National Park

Nik Keatley • 18 January 2024

Substantial extension and remodelling of a small dwelling within the South Downs National Park (SDNP), together with a 3 bay carport and hobby room above.


Planning Application:

SDNP/23/02946/HOUS


Project address:

Cherrywood Lodge, Soberton


Local authority

South Downs National Park


Date approved

18th January 2024


PLANNING APPLICATION LINK


Description of development

Substantial extension and remodelling of a small dwelling within the South Downs National Park (SDNP), together with a 3 bay carport and hobby room above.


N&J Design are delighted to have secured planning permission for our client to undertake a substantial extension and refurbishment to their two bed detached cottage, situated within the village of Soberton.


The successful outcome was the culmination of multiple pre-application negotiations with the SDNP Planning Authority to maximise the development potential whilst working within the constraints of policy SD31 to deliver a scheme which will result in visual and ecological enhancements to the site. The scheme also includes sustainability and landscape improvements.


The extended dwelling is of exceptional quality, centred around a full oak frame with brickwork panels and lime render externally, handmade plain clay tiles to the roofs and flush timber casement windows throughout.


Build status

Commenced Summer 2025.


Project size

Original dwelling floor area: 81m2 (872 sq.ft.)

Extension floor area: 143.5m2 (1,544 sq.ft.)

Extended dwelling floor area: 224.5m2 (2,416 sq.ft.)

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