A retrospective call for works associated with the new ‘Loungers’ venue alongside Tenby’s South Beach has been given the go-ahead.

In an application approved by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority, Loungers UK Limited [through agent Richard Pedlar Architects] - sought retrospective permission for new fascia signage, a new wall-mount menu board and a free-standing menu board at the establishment based at the former Salty’s Beach Bar and Restaurant, Battery Road.

Back in January, UK-wide hospitality company Loungers plc announced it was planning to open a new beachfront ‘Lansio Lounge’ in Tenby, with the promise of 30 jobs created, on March 25.

Lansio lounge Tenby
The new beachfront ‘Lansio Lounge’ in Tenby. (Gareth Davies Photography)

The announcement for the Loungers plans for the former Salty’s Beach Bar and Restaurant were revealed shortly after the application to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park for Loungers signage at Salty’s.

Family-run venue Salty’s Beach Bar and Restaurant announced its closure on social media, confirming that January 4 was its final day of trading.

An officer report recommending approval for the signage said the call for the retrospective installation and associated works “has attracted numerous third-party representations, primarily raising concerns in relation to potential light pollution and the colour treatment of the existing windows and doors”.

The newly opened Lansio Lounge at Tenby's South Beach (Photo by Gareth Davies Photohraphy)
The newly opened Lansio Lounge at Tenby's South Beach (Gareth Davies Photohraphy)

It went on to say consultation responses from relevant statutory consultees “confirm that the proposed halo illumination is acceptable and would not give rise to unacceptable levels of light pollution, nor would it adversely affect nearby designated sites or sensitive landscapes,” adding: “A planning condition has been attached, requiring the submission and approval of revised details to secure a more neutral colour finish for the external joinery and menu boards, to ensure an appropriate visual appearance in the context of the surrounding area.”

The application was conditionally approved by Park planners.

Find out about planning applications that affect you by visiting the Public Notice Portal.

If you want to check what’s planned for your area, simply visit publicnoticeportal.uk and enter your postcode.