A scheme that had previously been rejected by Rochford District Council's planning committee returns in a slightly revised format, and this time is being recommended for approval. The new owners of the New Ship Inn, which is undergoing a lengthy refurbishment, have applied for permission to demolish a dilapidated garage building on the site and construct a two storey structure in its place to provide five one bedroomed flats. It appears the existing car park will be used as part of the development. Council Officers believe the new scheme will blend in with the existing street scene, and cite more modern developments in East Street - Saxon Place and Glenmore House, as precedents for existing flatted developments, one of their main reasons for recommending approval. If anyone feels strongly about these proposals, you can attend the Development Control meeting on 20th January at the Council's Civic Suite in Rayleigh.
UPDATE: Councillors have voted against the Planning Officers' recommendation and refused the application. No doubt this will now go to appeal.
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