89, The Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7AT

Planning appeal 6002847 at 89, The Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7AT (Dorset) was dismissed on 19 March 2026 by Inspector Smith H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the development and works would i) preserve the Grade II listed building, or any features of special architectural or historic interest which it possesses; and ii) preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Weymouth Town Centre Conservation Area.

change of use from take away to retail. Addition of security shutter to the front door and windows

Authority: Dorset
Appeal type: other · Listed Building Consent & Conservation Area Consent Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: retail · Other minor developments
Inspector: Smith H
Postcode: DT4 7AT

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether the development and works would i) preserve the Grade II listed building, or any features of special architectural or historic interest which it possesses; and ii) preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Weymouth Town Centre Conservation Area
Whether the development and works would preserve the setting of nearby listed buildings

What decided it

The considerable harm to the significance of designated heritage assets caused by the unsympathetic security shutter design outweighs the moderate public benefits of continued commercial use, particularly where less harmful alternative security measures appear available.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: ENV4ENV10ENV12ENV14ECON4WEY1
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 214Paragraph 215

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