Premier Inn, 154-156 Parade, LEAMINGTON SPA, CV32 4BQ

the display of signage including 1no. halo illuminated individual letter sign and 2no. wall mounted directional signs. Appeal B: APP/T3725/H/24/3339604 Premier Inn, 154-156 Parade, Leamington Spa CV32 4BQ

Authority: Warwick District Council
Appeal type: advert · Advertisement Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: advertisement · Other minor developments
Inspector: Woodward M

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed signage on the visual amenity of the area having special regard to whether it would preserve a Grade II listed building and the character or appearance of the Royal Leamington Spa Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposed signage, being of similar dimensions to existing signage and of modest, unadorned design, would preserve the special architectural interest of the listed building and the character and appearance of the conservation area despite limited conflict with supplementary planning guidance on letter height.

Framework references: 205

Plan policies cited: Policy BE1, Policy BE3, Policy HE1, Policy HE2, Policy RLS3

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