The Isle of Wight History Centre had an interesting article on planning issues surrounding the former Newport power station in their latest October newsletter.
The article attempts to set the record straight with regard to a recent decision made by the Planning Inspector. It follows what they call a ‘misleading’ article published in the County Press.
They say the CP article “created the impression a planning inspector had upheld the council’s basis for refusing a planning application for Newport power station. This was misleading. In fact the inspector rejected the principal reasons the council had given for refusing the application.”
Turbine may be saved as well as façade
The article goes on to explain, in an uncomplicated and informative way, the background to the planning decision (with links to previous articles).
It’s clear that many are keen to see not only the façade of the building preserved, but also the large turbine hall.
Given the decision by the Planning Inspector, it appears to be back to the drawing board for the planning department and developer.
We’ll let you know when we hear more.
Read the article on the Isle of Wight History Centre Website.
