PPS 21 Sustainable Development in the Countryside·Page 22·Policy CTY 3
Recently Destroyed Dwellings
Where a dwelling has been recently destroyed by accident or fire, planning permission may be granted for replacement provided evidence of the building's status, previous condition, and extent of damage is provided.
In cases where a dwelling has recently been destroyed, for example, through an accident or a fire, planning permission may be granted for a replacement dwelling. Evidence about the status and previous condition of the building and the cause and extent of the damage must be provided.
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