Alterations to Existing Buildings

ely managed. Policy BN.14 Alterations to Existing Buildings This Policy should be read in conjunction with DS.12 Rural Housing and Policy EC.6- Town Centre Residential Uses. A. Conversions and Changes of Use As well as helping to reinforce a sense of place an local distinctiveness the conversion and/or of existing buildings is often a more sustainable and environmentally friendly approach and will, therefore be encouraged. South Warwickshire’s existing housing stock will be managed and safeguarded as a vital resource. Proposals will not result in the net loss of dwellings through demolition, conversion or change of use unless there is a specific and overriding justification. B. Alterations and Modifications Alterations and modifications to existing buildings, including proposed extensions, will be of an appropriate scale and subservient in relation to the existing building, taking into account local character, the cumulative impacts of previous extensions and development on the site where appropriate, and seeking to minimise impacts on neighbouring amenity. C. Outbuildings Outbuildings, annexes, and ancillary buildings will be of an appropriate scale and subservient to the host building. Proposals should consider carefully the siting of any outbuilding, annexes or ancillary buildings within the plot, including taking into account local character, seeking to minimise impacts on neighbouring amenity and how and when the proposed building will be used.