Major mixed leisure development at Central Promenade Regeneration Site, Morecambe

“25/01118/VCN Demolition of existing buildings and proposed construction of major mixed leisure development in association with Eden Project (including use classes E, F1 and F2), outdoor arena (including live music performances), public realm, landscaping works, cycle parking, detached shelter and energy pods, and associated infrastructure and engineering operations (pursuant to the variation of condition 2 on planning permission 21/01113/FUL to amend the design and layout of…”

“Moon element of the proposal, which is now a longer, but lower profile (20.05m AOD) inspired by local mussel shells. This previously developed site has historically accommodated substantial leisure attractions, namely the Super Swimming Stadium (the largest outdoor pool in Europe when it opened in 1936) prior to the Bubbles and The Dome development. More recently, the site has regularly been used for festivals, and seasonal fairgrounds and amusements.”

“The amended proposal has been accompanied by an extensive Design and Access Statement, describing the evolution of the design approach to the built development and the landscaping (amongst other considerations), as well as a Townscape, Seascape and Visual Impact Assessment (TSVIA).”

“The effects of the proposal on cultural heritage have been assessed in full, and there are beneficial impacts arising from the development on the Conservation Area and the setting of all listed buildings, except the Midland Hotel.”

“For the reasons set out above, the proposed development would constitute sustainable development with far-reaching environmental, social and economic benefits. Whilst there is heritage and potential residential amenity harm to weigh in the balance, these impacts have been reduced through this amended proposal and are capable of being mitigated.”

“It was proposed by Councillor Robert Redfern and seconded by Councillor Louise Belcher:”

“Upon being put to the vote, 7 Councillors voted in favour of the proposal with none against and no abstentions, whereupon the Chair declared the proposal to have been carried.”