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Search the Public Notice PortalProposals to rebuild a historic entrance porch demolished after it was hit by a vehicle have been put forward, writes Phil Hill.
The owner of The Croft, in West Street, Wiveliscombe, has applied to Somerset Council planners for listed building consent at the property.
The porch, supported by two pillars, was knocked down days before last Christmas by a pick-up truck that had mounted the pavement and ploughed into the front of the house, which has been Grade II-listed since 1984.
A report to the council from Aurora Heritage says the front porch was "severely damaged and subsequently lost following vehicle impact."
It adds: "The works comprise the construction of an accurate replica porch in local sandstone, reinstated on the existing stone base, with associated lime render repairs and a new lead roof covering."
The proposals will be a "positive heritage outcome" in the Wiveliscombe Conservation Area by "restoring a missing architectural feature within the street scene," adds the report.
It says: "The proposals will preserve the significance of the Grade II listed building and the character and appearance of the Wiveliscombe Conservation Area.
"There will be no harm to nearby site buildings."
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