Conversion of farm buildings

The Conversion of Farm Buildings: Supplementary Planning Document Adopted January 2019

The Conversion of Farm Buildings: Supplementary Planning Document and Adoption Statement are available for download below:

In Derbyshire Dales, farm buildings are a distinctive and common building type When these buildings are no longer required for the purpose for which they were originally constructed, landowners may seek to convert them to another use.

The Supplementary Planning Document seeks to:

  • To expand upon Local Plan policy to provide more detailed and practical design advice for the conversion of farm building.
  • To provide additional guidance and advice for farm building owners who are seeking to find alternative uses for their farm buildings

The Supplementary Planning Document will apply to the planning area of Derbyshire Dales District Council, but does not include the Peak District National Park.

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