Cllr. Chloë Goldsmith

BH2023/03417 – 132 Kings Road

3^rd April 2024:

Apologies for submitting this right on the deadline, but I’d like to put in an objection to the two planning applications relating to 132 Kings Road, BN1 2HH (BH2023/03417 & BH2023/03418)

A very similar planning application was previously rejected in 2021 and I do not believe this new one adequately addresses the issues which were considered grounds for refusal then. A huge concern is the possibility that the building may not be able to structurally support the weight of additional stories, making the building a risk to itself, residents, passers-by, and the listed building next to it. I cannot see that this concern has been fully addressed.

I also do not believe that the plans put forward are in-keeping with the Conservation Area and do not enhance or preserve its character. While the reinstatement of the Balustrading is a welcome addition, I’m not sure if it will be enough to allow it to fit in with the rest of the area.