Councillors in Tenby have recommended refusal for plans to turn the former RNLI inshore lifeboat launching hut on the harbour into a takeaway outlet.

The application (NP/24/0454/FUL) for a ‘change of use’ from lifeboat storage unit to takeaway food outlet (A1) was discussed by members of Tenby Town Council at their meeting this month.

Tenby RNLI inshore lifeboat
Tenby RNLI’s Inshore lifeboat previously launched from the hut by the Mayor’s Slip (Observer pic)

Councillors recommended refusal, stating that the proposal was out of keeping with the environs of a working harbour.

They pointed out that this location is used regularly by commercial and leisure harbour users and the proposal would impact on the main vehicle thoroughfare through the harbour adjacent to the sluice.

Their views will go to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority, whose planning committee will determine the application.