The Oakmount Triangle is comprised of Blenheim Avenue, Leigh Road, Oakmount Avenue and Westbourne Crescent. On 10 August, 2005 Southampton City Council designated all properties in these roads, together with No. 19 Brookvale Road, and the southern end of Highfield Road (Nos. 1-5) as a Conservation Area.
A Conservation Area Appraisal was produced at the time which includes a description of the character of the area and key features, its history and development. The special architectural and historical character of the area is therefore recognised. As a consequence, planning applications are now decided with regard to the need to preserve or enhance the area’s character or appearance.
The City Council also recognised that permitted development rights to extend or alter houses could erode the character of the Conservation Area and decided to strengthen the level of planning control over minor works by making an Article 4 (2) Direction.
A link to the Character Appraisal and Management Plan is at the foot of this page.
Southampton City Council
