Plans to replace The New Haven pub with flats divide Coventry locals. Council vote approaches.
Council members will vote on the pub’s future soon. The meeting papers show objections from ten neighbors. Some councillors also disapprove of the project.
Neighbors worry about several issues. The new flats could block sunlight. They are concerned about privacy loss. They also mention insufficient resident facilities and harm to nature. Parking also seems inadequate to some.
Earlsdon’s Labour councillors are against the project. They cite parking problems as a key reason. They also dislike the building’s visual impact. Some think it will negatively affect the neighborhood’s appearance.
However, seven locals support the plan. They see good use of the land. The design is appealing to them. It will be quieter than the old pub, they suggest.
Originally, they wanted 31 flats. Developers changed the plans after feedback. Local residents, councillors, and planners criticized the initial proposal.
Planners know the area will change without the pub. The design of a connecting building has flaws, they said. But, the new homes will be important. Officials stated the flats meet parking requirements. They suggest council members approve the project.
The planning committee will vote next Thursday. It will be February 20th at 2 PM. You can see details on the council website. Use reference number PL/2024/0001282/FULM.