PPS 21 Sustainable Development in the Countryside·Page 34·5.43

Equine business dwelling eligibility

Equine businesses including horse breeding, training, livery yards, trekking centres and riding schools are afforded the same benefits as established active farms, requiring demonstration of 6 years commercial activity.

Under this policy an equine business is to be afforded the same benefits as an established and active farm. Such businesses will include horse breeding and training and the operating of livery yards, trekking centres and riding schools. Applicants will have to provide sufficient information to demonstrate a level of involvement commensurate with commercial activity over the requisite period of 6 years. Such information should include: • a statement of commercial rateable history for the business; • copies of appropriate Insurances; • copies of 'Horse Passports' (if applicable); and • any other information considered relevant to the particular case.

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