The application had been continued from August last year for the applicant to address community concerns.
At a meeting of East Lothian Planning Committee on Tuesday 13 January, members approved plans for four glamping pods on land east of 23A Boggs Holdings.
The application was first heard at committee in August 2025 but was continued to allow the applicant the opportunity to address some of the points raised during the debate, which included the size of the development, location of parking, management arrangements and the impact on neighbouring properties, the local road and animals in the adjoining field. The proposal was then revised and re-submitted by the applicant.
Changes included; the number of glamping pods reduced from six to four, the location eight metres further away from the closest neighbouring property, a remote parking area, an increase in proposed planting and landscaping, additional new fencing, fire beater stations and changes to the management plan and audio monitoring system.
A total of 15 objections were received, mainly citing the potential impact on neighbouring properties.
Following a debate, there were five votes in favour of upholding the officer’s recommendation to approve the plans, with two additional conditions, and five votes to refuse permission. Convener Norman Hampshire’s casting vote meant the plans were approved. The additional conditions are that details of external lighting and fencing be submitted and approved by the Planning Authority in advance of development.
The relevant application number is 24/01122/P.