Yorkshire

Agricultural diversification and unlocking value in rural land and buildings are key drivers across Yorkshire. Typical projects include the conversion of traditional and modern agricultural buildings into dwellings, holiday accommodation, commercial workshops and other rural enterprises, alongside nature‑based diversification such as woodland creation and habitat projects.

Yorkshire is a complex planning region, with significant variation between authorities. Much of West and South Yorkshire lies within the Green Belt, while North Yorkshire includes extensive non‑Green Belt rural areas as well as the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. These differing local approaches can make it challenging to interpret how councils handle rural housing, the reuse of modern buildings, Class Q and Class R, and the level of information expected to demonstrate viability or agricultural justification.

Planning outcomes depend heavily on context, access, landscape character and the relationship between proposed uses and the working landscape. I assess the feasibility of reusing buildings and developing land parcels to give a clear, early view of what is realistic before design work begins, helping to avoid unnecessary cost and identify proportionate next steps.