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Paragraph 80 House (Formerly known as paragraph 79)

Designed to meet the paragraph 80's (formerly known as paragraph 79 and prior to this 55) criterion of outstanding architectural merit.

Generally, planning policies and decisions made by local planning authorities should avoid the development of isolated homes in the countryside/greenbelt unless certain circumstances apply. In this case, the scheme was designed to meet the paragraph 80’s criterion of exceptional quality. Considered to represent a high standard of architecture, and has the ability to act as a model for others in the region.

For the design to be of exceptional quality it needs to be truly outstanding and innovative, helping to raise standards of design more generally in rural areas. It should reflect the highest standards in architecture and significantly enhance its immediate setting while also being sensitive to the defining characteristics of the local area.

The site located deep in the South Shropshire countryside not far from Bridgnorth has watercourses on three sides, a major determining factor in choosing the location for the proposed dwelling. The new two-bedroom home comprises of a series of linked volumes, which are based on traditional rural/vernacular forms. A trussed structure links the individual elements and becomes a bridge over the brook.

Landscape and ecological enhancement of the immediate and wider site is proposed. Offsite manufacturing and ‘light touch’ foundation solutions are proposed for the buildings, alongside sustainability measures based on the opportunities afforded by the site such as rainwater harvesting and in particular a water source heat pump that exploits the location.

 

The design review panel found the siting strategy to be ‘persuasive and convincing’. They were also convinced by the architectural strategy; the linked smaller parts and simple geometry were found very ‘attractive and appropriate’. The designs were also praised for ‘demonstrating that the house will be successfully integrated in to its setting’ and ‘will establish a positive and enjoyable relationship between outside and inside’.

Aside from the design being of outstanding architectural merit (paragraph 79) other opportunities to build within the greenbelt may apply.

For more information on paragraph 80 projects please click this link. 

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I have known Vic Johnson over several years during which time he has carried out several successful college projects with his company Johnson Design Partnership. Last year the company was short listed for a major design guide project for the Learning and Skills Council itself. Johnson Designs dedication, efficiency and track record make them ideally suited for a range of College projects and I would have no hesitation in recommending them for such schemes.

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Roger Taylor, Director of Property and Facilities for Learning and Skills Council, Learning and Skills Council
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I thoroughly enjoyed working through the design process with Johnson Design Partnership. They explained what was required each step of the way and achieved Planning Permission for my Paragraph 79 / House, first time! (Resolution to grant consent).

I would always recommend Johnson Design Partnership to anyone looking to create an Architecturally exciting project or indeed another successful paragraph 80 house.

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Simon Aldridge, Paragraph 79 House
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Johnson Design Partnership is a forward thinking and progressive Architectural Practice with a track record of successful projects to date. In my experience they always deliver to time scale and within budget and they bring a flair and innovative style that makes them a pleasure to work with I would have no hesitation in recommending them for future projects and particularly those involving difficult or complex Planning issues as they have proved in the past that their careful and considered strategic approaches to their projects and the needs of their clients ultimately ensures positive outcomes.

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Richard Hilton
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We would recommend Johnson Design for those wanting to extend their home. They came up with an original concept and layout, moving the stairs was something we’d not even considered but it works really well. They then worked with us to accommodate our ideas, making the design collaborative. They talked us through the various stages of the process and explained everything, also because they handled everything it meant we didn’t need to get involved with the complexities of the planning process.

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Mr and Mrs Clary – Bridgnorth, Shropshire
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Our project was not the biggest in the whole grand scheme of things but Vic approached the design brief with enthusiasm and Matt guided us through the process, as project manager with patience and good advice. We were pleased that Johnsons Design Partnership are prepared to work on smaller projects as well as the bigger more flamboyant ones. We are really happy with the finished result.

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Chris de Souza – Much Wenlock, Shropshire
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