In a recent public notice, Exeter City Council has announced multiple planning applications affecting various locations within the city. These applications are open for public viewing and feedback on the council's website. Interested parties can submit their representations of objection, comment, or support via the website or by contacting the assigned Case Officer within 24 days of this notice.

One of the key applications involves the development affecting the setting of a listed building and/or the character or appearance of a conservation area. This application pertains to the former public toilet block on Fore Street, Heavitree. The proposal seeks to change its use from Sui Generis to a flexible mixed-use Sui Generis. Planned works include installing a small takeaway hatch, facilitating short-term retail hire, replacing front windows with a shopfront window, and replacing the left-hand front door along with associated works. This application is referenced as 25/0650/FUL.

Additionally, there is a listed building application for the first floor at 65 - 67 High Street, St Davids. The proposal involves installing a new internal lobby door into an existing opening on the first floor office. This application is referenced as 25/0646/LBC.

Another significant application concerns Alphin House on Mill Lane, Alphington. It involves a variation of Condition 2 of Planning Permission Ref. 18/1275/FUL, originally granted on 11 February 2020. The proposed changes include alterations to the site layout and modifications to the layout, fenestration, and roof design of a building intended to be converted into 19 residential units. Notably, three additional terraced dwellings on the site remain unaltered in this application. This is referenced as 24/0783/VOC.

For those who have any concerns or believe they may be adversely impacted by these developments, it is encouraged to review the full details available on Exeter City Council's planning portal here.

How can I view these planning applications?

You can view these applications by visiting Exeter City Council's planning website.

What changes are proposed for Fore Street in Heavitree?

The proposal includes changing the use of a former public toilet block to a flexible mixed-use space with features like a takeaway hatch and shopfront window.

Where should representations be sent?

Representations can be submitted via Exeter City Council's planning website or by emailing the assigned Case Officer.

For further details on these applications and how they might affect local areas, please refer to the original public notice here.