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Leominster Coffee Shop Set for Repairs Amid Conservation Efforts

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A historic coffee shop in Leominster's West Street is set to undergo significant repairs after its building consent was validated. The 18th-century structure, listed as Grade II, has been in disrepair due to neglect and a lack of investment. Metin Kaya's proposal, handled by Marches Conservation Services, aims to reinstate the building's original appearance while ensuring its stability and viability for modern use. The repairs will address issues with the rear roof, which has leaked extensively, as well as the ground floor's uneven surface and decayed timber.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Leominster coffee shop, located at 6 West Street, will undergo repairs to the front windows, rear walling, and internal alterations and repairs.
  • The proposal, submitted by Metin Kaya and handled by Marches Conservation Services, is partly retrospective and aims to preserve the historic appearance of the building.
  • The property, listed as Grade II, features an 18th-century front to a 17th-century core and has undergone various 20th-century alterations.
  • The repairs will focus on reinstating the building's original appearance, ensuring a sound, stable, and viable use for current needs.
  • All structural repair will be carried out under the supervision of a consulting civil engineer.
  • The consultation period for the application ran from August 13 to September 12, with a target determination date of October 2.
  • The building's rear tiled roof, which has leaked badly, will be relaid to achieve a long-term weathertight standard.
  • The ground floor, uneven and with decayed timber due to lack of effective ventilation, will be recast level for safety.

Statistics:

  • The consultation period for the application ran for 30 days (August 13 to September 12).
  • The target determination date for the application is after 46 days from validation (August 7).
  • The rear tiled roof has leaked extensively, causing extensive internal damage.
  • The ground floor has been uneven and suffered from decayed timber due to lack of effective ventilation.

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