Transformational scheme for Margate granted planning permission

We’re over the moon to announce that planning permission has been granted, subject to condition, for a transformational scheme in Margate for Belgrave Road Margate Ltd.

LEP’s architectural, heritage and planning teams joined forces to produce an exciting scheme which will sustainably repurpose an existing 1920s building to provide a combination of commercial space and residential accommodation.

After a second committee hearing, a resounding positive debate concluded that the bold proposals for the site reflect a high-quality redevelopment which will make positive changes to Margate’s seafront.

Located in the heart of Margate, the development comprises of ground floor commercial space, and 10 apartments spread over three floors above, including two penthouses. Due to its fantastic prominent location opposite the town’s iconic ‘Dreamland’, this site provides the opportunity to create a bold landmark building which celebrates arrival into Margate, and takes part as a catalyst for regeneration in the local area, enhancing the town and its desirability.

The team wanted to retain much of the buildings historic façade to ensure that the original building fabric can be retained and admired. Covered by many layers of paint from over the decades, the scheme will reveal and restore some previously-hidden beautiful brickwork and stone detailing.   Throughout its lifetime the building has been home for various commercial ventures, most recently occupied by Dreamland Beds and Lobster Van Hire.

The scheme provides high quality apartments with spectacular sea views – aspirational homes right in the heart of Margate’s town centre. The stepped-back continuous terracing and angled walls on the street-facing façade not only give undisturbed views out to the sea, but also create an exciting exterior which catches your eye when passing past the site.  The roof profile is designed to be reminiscent of the course of the famous Scenic Railway rollercoaster of Dreamland, opposite the site, balanced with the surrounding residential character of its immediate surroundings.

LEP is delighted to have worked closely with the client and wider team in co-ordinating this scheme and application, and we look  forward to the next step of progressing the scheme through to delivery.

Other Consultants:

Herrington Consulting – Daylight Assessments

Considine Consulting – Fire Risk Assessment & Drainage

Rigour Survey – Survey