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Allowed20 September 20243340555

101 Broadway, Leigh on Sea, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS9 1PG

Planning appeal 3340555 at 101 Broadway, Leigh on Sea, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS9 1PG (Southend-on-Sea City Council) was allowed on 20 September 2024 by Inspector Sylvester G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Leigh Cliff Conservation Area.

the insertion of a timber framed shop front and retention of advertising fascia. Removal of internal illumination and replacement with "swan neck" style lighting

Authority
Southend-on-Sea City Council
Appeal type
commercial · Commercial Appeal Service (CAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
retail · Other minor developments
Inspector
Sylvester G
Postcode
SS9 1PG

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Leigh Cliff Conservation Area
  • Effect on the significance of the locally listed host building and terrace as a non-designated heritage asset

What decided it

The proposed timber framed shop front would create a traditional appearance consistent with existing shop fronts in the parade, preserving the character and appearance of the conservation area where the upper floors make the primary positive contribution to heritage significance.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
CP4KP4DM1DM5
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 131Paragraph 135

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