PROPOSALS for new illuminated signs on one of Warrington’s most attractive old pubs are being opposed by local councillors.
Punch Taverns want to introduce the new signage at the Grade 2 Listed Pickering Arms, in Bell Lane, Thelwall as part of a renovation and upgrade of the black-and-white, half-timbered building.
Borough councillor Wendy Johnson says she has not objections to the renovation – but objects to the illuminated signs in view of the status and siting of the building and proliferation of signage.
Grappenhall and Thelwall Parish Council have also expressed concern about the use of illuminated signs on a Listed building in a Conservation area.
Planning officers say the existing main fascia signs are illuminated by two large, visually obtrusive projecting troughlights which are of disproportionate size.
The replacement signs would not result in the loss of, or obscuring of, any features of visual merit and will expose more of the building and its overall architectural integrity.
“Halo illumination” of the type proposed would not be brash or overly prominent on the street scene.
PROPOSALS for new illuminated signs on one of Warrington’s most attractive old pubs are being opposed by local councillors.
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