We were originally appointed in 2013 to obtain planning permission for a detached cottage on a small plot of land in Haslington, Cheshire. The planning permission was initially refused, and we were instructed to appeal the decision. Our proposal was for a 4-bedroom, traditional Cheshire cottage in keeping with the surrounding area. The appeal was by hearing, at which we represented our client along with our design team. The main issues were the principle of development, the access, and the trees around the perimeter of the site. At the appeal site visit, a solution to the access was agreed between our highways consultant and the council’s highways officer. The Inspector allowed the appeal.