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feels like a core issue.. we had thought that the scheme had addressed all the planners pre-app comments..not sure it is the case of some tweaks. Worth letting them refuse and taking it to appeal

Would be keen to get some advice on the best strategy in our situation, the architect today had a conversation with our planning officer and he has advised that he plans to refuse the planning application as it stands. not sure what we can share on a public forum

Fortunately we do have a large plot (circa 3 acres), but the consultant has suggested that vertical bore holes are more cost effective and his recommendation. rather than horizontal loops. Thanks for the making me aware of the potential solar gain issues... had not fully considered this aspect. They did say that introducing the reverse (cooling) on the GSHP inverter would mean the system was not eligible for the government grants. Been discussing the introduction of a full MHVR system... would this help with cooling Prefer a fabric / shading approach.. @IanR sound likes this is an area of your expertise, any practical / pragmatic suggestions are really welcome

Thanks for your really useful and insightful comments Happy to share the floorplans, although the ground floor is very much WIP , the 1st and loft is closer to final. Didn't want to spend too long in case, the planners introduce any further constraints Yes. we wanted the house as far away from the road as possible, but the planners have told the architects they want it to be as close to the footprint of the house that it is replacing. The plan at the moment is for ground source heat pump, and underfloor heating throughout SK 01 GF PLAN REVE.pdf SK 02 1F PLAN REVE.pdf SK 00 SITE PLAN REVD.pdf SK 03 2F PLAN REVD.pdf

SK 05 NORTH ELEVATION REVA.pdf SK 05 EAST ELEVATION REVA.pdf SK 05 SOUTH ELEVATION REVA.pdf SK 05 WEST ELEVATION REVA.pdf

Had the first draft of the 3D renders arrive, would appreciate any comments, so we can ask them to make amends