National Planning Policy
Paragraph 79
On 24th July 2018, the Government published its updated National Planning Policy Framework and this was revised again in February 2019. The policy provision for new houses of exceptional quality of design in the countryside was contained within paragraph 79 of the former national planning policy guidance.
On 24th July 2018, the Government published its updated National Planning Policy Framework and this was revised again in February 2019. The policy provision for new houses of exceptional quality of design in the countryside was contained within paragraph 79 of the former national planning policy guidance.
Formerly Known As Para 55
What is NPPF Paragraph 79?
Planning policies and decisions should avoid the development of isolated homes in the countryside unless one or more of the following circumstances apply:
The design is 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.
