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Irvine home built around caravan ordered to be demolished

12.08.2026 15:04 1 min 1 source РУС
Irvine Times ENG
Irvine home built around caravan ordered to be demolished
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A homeowner in Irvine, whose new house was constructed around a caravan, claims he has been discriminated against because he comes from a family of travellers. James Brown and his wife invited the Irvine Times to view the East Road property after an appeal against the North Ayrshire Council decision failed. The council refused retrospective planning permission in May, and the Local Review Body upheld the decision last month, citing unacceptable development within the Irvine Town Centre Conservation area. Brown argues the house fits in well, has privacy glass and solar panels, and believes he is being singled out due to his background. The council says discussions to resolve the breach of planning control are ongoing.

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