Blackpool's South Shore to get special heritage status in boost to historical buildings
An area of Blackpool which once had ambitions to be a rival resort in its own right is to have its place in history formally recognised.
after public consultation held earlier this year found there were no objections to the proposal. It will give the council more powers to protect the heritage of the neighbourhood which includes the Grade II listed Holy Trinity Church as well as a number of locally listed buildings. South Shore’s history can be traced back to the early 19th century when it was known as New Blackpool and “was formed as a separate community and a rival resort to Blackpool”, according to a council report. By 1838 the community had grown to a definable settlement with about 50 properties, but by 1893 it had merged with the main town of Blackpool.
A report, which will be considered by the Planning Committee on June 13, adds: “More recently the economic decline of the area has resulted in high vacancy levels and disrepair.
“Such a designation would assist the decision-making process when applications are received which would affect the setting of listed and locally listed buildings, or where proposals would result in further erosion of historic character."
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