Market Street mural at Arch Over Entrance To Car Park, Wymondham

“The application seeks full planning permission for the painting of a mural on the west wall within the underside of the entrance arch to Market Street car park, Wymondham.”

“The building, known as the Fire Arch, fronts Market Street just south of the town centre. It lies within both the Wymondham Conservation Area and the defined settlement boundary. The building is recognised locally as the former entrance and exit to the fire station, which previously occupied the site of the current Market Street car park.”

“Within the arch, the walls on both sides are painted white and are currently used for noticeboards. The proposal would consolidate the noticeboards on the east wall, leaving the west wall available for the proposed mural.”

“2019/0456 Replace all windows like for like; install spiked window ledges and a pigeon netting structure. Approved…”

“The new mural covers the whole of the wall surface on the west side inside the entrance arch. It is well designed and comprises key historic sites in and around Wymondham. Although brightly coloured, its location within the arch means that it will not detract from the traditional character of the street scene. The area under the arch is rather drab, so the mural will brighten up the entrance and will be clearly noticeable to those going to and from the car parking area.”

“The proposal will have a positive impact on the street scene, helping to promote local character and distinctiveness. It will enhance the locality and contribute to the further understanding of local heritage, adding interest to a non-designated heritage asset and to the character of the conservation area. Therefore, with no resulting harm to heritage assets, the proposal accords with Sections 16, 66 and 72 of the…”

“Comment received from local resident in support of application.”

“Decision : Members voted 6-0 for approval with conditions…”

“Full Planning permission time limit 2 In accordance with submitted drawings 3 Details of a protective coating to be applied to the approved mural to minimise the potential impact of graffiti and vandalism…”