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This report seeks Council approval to extend the boundary of the Star Hill to Sun Pier Conservation Area, as recommended in the Management Plan.

Background:

This report sought Council approval to extend the boundary of the Star Hill to Sun Pier Conservation Area, as recommended in the Management Plan.

The Star Hill to Sun Pier Conservation Area Appraisal and Conservation Area Management Plan had previously been approved by Cabinet on 13 February 2024, as set out at section 6 to the report.

Extensions to the Conservation Area boundary, as proposed within the Management Plan, required Full Council approval.

The Portfolio Holder for Climate Change and Strategic Regeneration, Councillor Curry, supported by Councillor Campbell, proposed the recommendations set out in the report.

Decision:

The Council approved the extension of the boundary of the Star Hill to Sun Pier Conservation Area to include the Bethal Chapel, Chatham High Street, Manor Road and Hammond Hill, as set out in Appendix 4 to the report.

Background:

This report sought approval for the adoption of the Star Hill to Sun Pier Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan, which would help to define the historic, architectural and townscape qualities that make a Conservation Area special. The Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan were subject to public consultation, details of which were set out in section 8 of the report and at Appendix 3.

Reasons:

The Star Hill to Sun Pier Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan will support the continued conservation and enhancement of the historic environment through defining the historic, architectural and townscape qualities that make the Conservation Area special.