Rehab centre in South Northamptonshire closed down by council due to breaches in planning law

A rehabilitation centre for addicts based in Yardley Gobion has been forced to close down by South Northamptonshire Council (SNC) because of a breach of planning law.
By James Averill
Published 14th Jan 2021, 16:11 BST
Updated 14th Jan 2021, 16:54 BST
The building used to be home to the Meadows Care Home before it was coverted into an Asana Lodge rehab.The building used to be home to the Meadows Care Home before it was coverted into an Asana Lodge rehab.
The building used to be home to the Meadows Care Home before it was coverted into an Asana Lodge rehab.

The authority issued a planning enforcement notice last week to Asana Lodge for the unauthorised use of premises at Moorend Road. The owners of the property had been operating a rehabilitation centre without the correct planning permission.

Councillor Phil Bignell, portfolio holder for planning at the authority, said: “The council has taken action as the owners have changed the use of the property from a nursing home to a rehabilitation centre focussed on addictions without the correct planning permission.

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“This unauthorised change of use of the building is unacceptable in this rural location due to the detrimental impact on neighbouring properties and residents from noise and disturbance and the potential for anti-social behaviour.

“It is our responsibility to ensure that all planning breaches are actively dealt with.”

On its website, Asana Lodge states the Yardley Gobion site is located in ‘a tranquil setting of outstanding natural beauty’. It adds: “Set against the beautiful backdrop of Yardley Gobion, clients can enjoy stunning views and rural daily walks. An on-site chef prepares a delicious selection of meals, created from locally sourced ingredients. Facilities are exceptional, creating an environment that is safe and comfortable for healing and recovery.”

Now however the owners will be required to stop using the premises as a rehabilitation centre and return the building to its previous condition within three months from when the notice takes effect.

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