The boundary walls and piers to Meynell Lodge are important survivors of the historic fabric associated with the designated listed building and are a valuable source of historic information concerning the past use of the site and therefore contribute to its special architectural and historical interest. In addition, the existing wall, opening and gate piers make a positive contribution to the special character and appearance of Quorn Conservation Area. The removal of the gate pier and the section of boundary wall would result in an erosion of the historic value of the wall. The proposals are therefore contrary to Policy ENV5 of the Quorn Neighbourhood Plan 2019, CS 14 of the Charnwood Local Plan 2011-2028 Core Strategy, and emerging Policy EV8 of Draft Charnwood Local Plan 2021-2037. It is considered that, in accordance with paragraph 202 of the NPPF, that the proposal will lead to less than substantial harm to the significance of the designated heritage assets, that of the listed building and Quorn Conservation Area. This harm has been weighed against any public benefit that might arise out of the proposals and it is considered that, in this case, there are no such public benefits that would outweigh this harm.