Justification and Amplification – Examples and Evidence Requirements

There may be cases where special personal or domestic circumstances require a new house in the countryside. Such cases will include instances where a young adult who requires a continuing and high level of care, but who could also benefit from a greater degree of independent living. Applicants will be expected to provide sufficient information to allow a proper assessment of each specific case. Such information should include: • a statement detailing the special personal or domestic circumstances supported if appropriate by medical evidence from a medical or health professional. • details of the level of care required in relation to any medical condition again supported by the appropriate health professional, the identity of the main carer, their current address and occupation. • an explanation of why care can only be provided at the specific location and how genuine hardship would be caused if planning permission were refused. • details of what alternatives to a new dwelling have been considered e.g. extension / annex to an existing dwelling and why such alternatives are not considered practical to meet the site specific need. • any other information considered relevant to the particular case.