Flood defence wall at 16, 17 and 18 Langstone High Street, Havant

“APP/25/00179 (16, 17, 18 Langstone High Street)”

“The proposal in relation to Nos. 16, 17 and 18 Langstone High Street comprises works affecting the existing harbour-side footpath, which runs directly along the frontage of the listed buildings and forms part of their curtilage. The works involve the construction of a new, glass topped flood defence wall to the seaward edge of the footpath, with the existing stone-flag surfacing temporarily lifted and reinstated following construction.”

“The Royal Oak Public House - a historic public house fronting directly on the existing harbour-side footpath.”

“No. Langstone High Street – APP/17/00929 - Listed Building Consent for proposed Garden Room extension with roof terrace above (retaining previous proposals as approved). (Approved 18.09.18 under appeal APP/X1735/Y/18/3196024) Request to…”

“There is no recent planning history for either No. 17 or 18 Langstone High Street.”

“The proposed construction of a glass topped, flood defence wall along the seaward edge of the footpath, as set out in paragraph 3.4, would result in a low level of less than substantial harm, arising from an alteration to the openness and character of the harbour-side curtilage.”

“When the public benefits set out above in para 7.5, are weighed against the low level of less than substantial harm to the setting of the building, it is considered that that the benefits outweigh the harm and provide clear and convincing justification for granting consent.”

“APP/25/00179 – 16, 17 and 18 Langstone High Street 5.6 The Conservation Officer advises that the proposals would result in a low level of less than substantial harm to the significance of Nos. 16, 17 and 18 Langstone High Street. The harm arises from the attachment of a new flood defence wall to the outer edge of the historic harbour-side footpath, resulting in a subtle change to the currently open and unenclosed character of the curtilage.”

“However, the proposals would not result in the loss of historic fabric, and the existing stone-flag paving would be retained and reinstated. The works would not affect the architectural interest, legibility or appreciation of the listed buildings. As such, no objection is raised, subject to conditions.”

“Objection: • The proposed flood gates will be imposing on the outlook from front facing windows. • The proposed glass wall will result in increased noise and loss of privacy due to visitors sitting on it. • Increase of delivery vehicles for the Royal Oak PH using Langstone High Street…”

“Support proposals in light of damaging flood in 2024. • Should the barrier be topped, water should not be trapped in nearby foundations and piling should not damage nearby properties including listed buildings. • Access to listed cottages should remain in place. • Pre/post construction surveys should be undertaken on individual properties and insurance provided against any potential damage from construction. • How will works to the footpath be carried out?”

“APP/25/00179 (No’s 16, 17, 18 Langstone High Street)”

“That the Interim Head of Planning be authorised to GRANT LISTED BUILDING CONSENT for application APP/25/00179, subject to the conditions set out below (subject to such changes and/or additions that the Interim Head of Planning, in consultation with the Chairman of Planning Committee, considers necessary to impose prior to the issuing of the decision), and having regard to the statutory duty under Section 16 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.”

“Notwithstanding the approved drawings, no works affecting the existing footpath forming the front curtilage of Nos 16, 17 and 18 Langstone High Street shall commence until a schedule of works is prepared comprising full details of the lifting, storage, protection and reinstatement of the flagstones have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.”

“The works shall thereafter be carried out fully in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure that any replacement materials preserve the character and appearance of the historic curtilage and safeguard the special architectural and historic interest of the listed building, in accordance with Section 16 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.”