Hunstanton: No decision made over Kit Kat plan
THE decision on whether to build what has been labelled a "monstrosity" on Hunstanton's former Kit Kat Club site has been deferred.
West Norfolk Council's Development Control Board debated in Lynn yesterday the controversial application to build a modern development which would provide an "enhanced gateway" on to the South Promenade.
If passed, the building in Seagate would contain three shops on the ground floor and 25 apartments above – five of which would become affordable housing.
The structure – which has been designed by Claridge Architects from London – would feature a six storey tower.
The development's lowest level of two storeys would face the Victorian terraces in Seagate Road.
After the meeting Alfie Rake (47), from Seagate Road, told the Lynn News: "It is a step in the right direction."
He said the proposed building was a "mostrosity". During the meeting, Elaine Clutton, also from Seagate Road, said: "The building is out
of character and has not been sympathetically designed to fit in with Hunstanton's Victorian theme.
"This development crams in as many units as possible without thought for the problems it will cause."
Councillor Chris Crofts said the proposal was 'better' than the former Kit Kat Club and current site.
Speaking for the project, borough councillor for regeneration, Jason Law, told the board he regarded the development as a "landmark" as well as an opportunity to bring Hunstanton forward.
Councillor Andrew Morrison thought it was a "wonderful prospect", but was sympathetic to concerns from Seagate Road residents and others that there would not be enough car parking for residents of the new build.
The impact of delivery lorries for the three shops entering and exiting the site was also raised.
David Higgins, from Norfolk County Council's planning and transportation department, said there were "very significant car
parking problems" in the area.
He also believed the biggest issue was the turning circle which
would be "mightily small" and construction vehicles would have difficulty manoeuvring around the area if it was ever
built.
Councillor Michael Pitcher and Councillor Anthony White both thought the "contemporary" development – which would have a white render,
green sedum roof, aluminium windows, and wood – was "over intensive for the area".
At the end of the meeting, principle architect, Marcus Claridge, was "disappointed" with decision.
A decision was deferred to a date to be fixed because of highways
and car parking issues.
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