Through consultation, it was agreed the most important feature driving the failure of a shop was the look of the building with its appearance influencing how well-liked the shop was
The owner of the hair and beauty salon wants to retire but has been unable to sell the business, so the new owner plans to convert the space into much-needed accommodation
Timpson — best known for its key cutting, watch and shoe repair services — currently has other outlets in supermarkets on the Island, including ASDA and Sainsbury’s in Newport
Council officers said the building, with its stepped-back design, would obviously change the landscape of the Esplanade, but would not be detrimental to the street scene or conservation area
Officers advised councillors the application could not legally be passed, as information about the development’s nitrate neutrality had not been submitted so the correct regulations could not be completed