COUNCILLOR have approved a new farm building in an East Lancashire hamlet despite an objection.

Burnley Council's Development Control Committee on Thursday permitted Frank Owen's planning application for the agricultural structure

on land of Hameldon Road in Hapton.

One nearby resident objected to the scheme on the grounds it would have a 'negative impact' on the road and traffic using it and on the character of the area.

A report to councillors said: "The application relates to an agricultural field to the south of the settlement of Hapton within a small hamlet comprising of Park Gate Farm and Tecklemount.

"The application seeks consent for the erection of an agricultural building measuring approximately 25metres by 15metres.

"The proposal includes some engineering works to 'dig-in' the proposed building into the existing hillside.

"An agricultural building used for the storage of hay, machinery or livestock is not considered to result in any significant negative impact on the residential amenity of any nearby neighbouring properties.

"The proposed development is acceptable in principle, will maintain the character of the area and will not have an unacceptable impact upon neighbouring amenity.

"The proposed building is approximately 27m from the nearest neighbouring property at Park Gate Farm."