Agenda item

Specialist Advisor (Conservation) to report on applications.

1) 180999, (PP), Flat 2, Laburnum House, 9 Darley Road, Eastbourne  BN20

Cons Area: Meads

Proposal: Proposed removal of timber-framed sash windows to be replaced with new timber framed windows with integrated slim line double glazing.      

CAAG comments: The Group agreed that the scheme enhanced the character and appearance of the conservation area.

The Chair was delighted that drop in sessions were used and wished to encourage those wishing to submit an application to attend a session to seek advice.

2) 180748, (PP), The East Beach Hotel, 23-25 Royal Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN22 7AN

Cons Area: Town Centre and Seafront.

Proposal: Change from tilt and turn uPVC windows to uPVC sliding sash windows. 

CAAG comments: The Group agreed that the scheme as currently presented did not enhance the character and appearance of the conservation area, and the preference for sliding sash windows similar to the original remained.  The Group were happy for Officers to continue discussions with the applicant to achieve a more suitable and appropriate replacement albeit in uPVC.

Ms Cowderoy, owner of the East Beach Hotel, addressed the Group in support of the application. 

3)  180953, (LBC), Lions Mansion Hotel, 33-35 Grand Parade, Eastbourne

Cons Area:  Town Centre and Seafront. Grade 2

Proposal: Conversion of rear of hotel at 15-21 Hartington Place to 21 two bedroom flats.

CAAG comments: The Group agreed that the scheme preserved the character and appearance of the conservation area and listed building.

4) 180961, (LBC), Royal Hippodrome Theatre, 108-112 Seaside, Eastbourne

Cons Area: Town Centre and Seafront. Grade 2

Proposal: Installation of shop counter and Box Office kiosk in the reception foyer.

CAAG comments: The Group agreed that the scheme would enhance and preserve the character and appearance of listed building.

5) 181010, (PP), Flat 1, 56 Pevensey Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3HT

Cons Area: Town Centre and Seafront

Proposal: Proposed replacement of six timber framed windows to the front and rear elevations with sliding sash uPVC windows and replacement of one door to the rear elevation.

CAAG comments: The Group agreed that the scheme had a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the conservation area due to the style of the proposed casement windows.

6) 180894, (PP), 28a Milnthorpe Road, Eastbourne, BN20 7NS

Cons Area: Meads

Proposal: Removal of seven box sash windows to 1st floor flat front elevation to be replaced with seven uPVC box sash windows.

CAAG comments: The Group agreed that the applicants had not provided sufficient detail to be able to make a well informed opinion of this application and requested that officers liaise with the applicants to ensure they receive sufficient detail for a future submission.

7) 180933, (PP), Flat 1, 17 Enys Road, Eastbourne, BN21 2DG

Cons Area: Upperton Gardens

Proposal: Proposed replacement of 2no sets of timber framed French doors to the front elevation with uPVC French doors.

CAAG comments: This item was withdrawn prior to the start of the meeting.