Demolition of a building at 35 Beeching Road, Bexhill

“RR/2025/1483/DN 6.4 The proposed method of demolition is described as: i. Secure the demolition area using appropriate fencing. ii. Asbestos removal and disposal by a licenced contractor. iii. Soft-strip, removing all roof coverings, cladding and non-structural elements. iv. Dismantle the above-ground structure. v. Remove foundations and sub-structures.”

“The proposed disposal of soil and rubble is described as: ‘All materials arising from demolition will be neatly stacked on-site for collection and disposal by a registered waste handler.”

“The site (or its setting) does not contain listed buildings, scheduled ancient monuments or any other protected building/structure, as defined in the legislation. Access for demolition can be obtained through one of the three existing accesses (one accessing Wainwright Road, 2 x accessing Beeching Road) so there would be no requirement for special access requirements (e.g. through private property).”

“Prior approval for demolition is not required by virtue of the provisions of the Town & Country Planning General Permitted Development Order Schedule 2, Part 11, Class B. The submitted application details sufficiently demonstrate that the demolition will not result in any significant impact upon local amenities and that the land will be cleared and made good following the demolition works.”

“The Planning Committee was supportive of the officer’s recommendation, subject to reasons as outlined below.”

“Councillor Gray moved the motion that prior approval was not required subject to reasons and this was seconded by Councillor McLaren.”

“The motion was declared CARRIED (9 for / unanimous).”

“This planning decision relates solely to the information contained within the application form, the following plan(s) and (where appropriate) documents: Site Location Plan. Section 5 of the application form (for prior approval). Demolition Statement.”