Salcombe Town Council has successfully maintained a principal residency condition on new dwellings in the picturesque seaside town, ensuring that new luxury flats are reserved for permanent residents. The council takes its role in protecting Salcombe as a successful, vibrant and inclusive community very seriously. They feel it deserves to be more than just a tourist stop. The ruling responds to growing alarm in the town over its disproportionate share of second/holiday homes. These admittedly challenged properties recently account for almost 50% of all households in the market—really.
The planning inspector’s decision applies specifically to four luxury flats at Brewery Quay on Island Street, reinforcing Salcombe’s intention to promote year-round living. The council noted that countless second homes are scaring off more buyers than they are maintaining. Primary home These prospective buyers intend to establish a permanent home in their respective region. The principal residency requirement addresses this inequity directly. It fosters a dynamic and engaged community, ensuring local businesses and services thrive.
Salcombe Town Council was highly supportive of the decision, noting the need to protect and maintain the character of the town. They’re concerned that if they remove the residency requirement, it would undermine the intent of their policy. This policy’s purpose is to be able to fight back against the tidal wave of second homes. On the floor, council members displayed their resolve to keep Salcombe’s streets’ friendly year-round buzz. Engaging Local Communities at Large Their vision doesn’t stop at reopening their local school.
“This decision helps reinforce the shared importance of protecting space for permanent communities in areas under intense second-home demand.” – Salcombe Town Council
To help build community, the neighborhood council invites residents to meet over coffee. In addition, they help local businesses and amenities to flourish under the care and watch of full-time residents. By making principal residency a top priority, they want to make sure that the heart of Salcombe—its natural beauty—keeps beating for generations to come.
Many local residents express fear that repealing the second home moratorium would set a “dangerous precedent.” This worry is acutely felt in holiday hotspots such as Salcombe. They contend that it’s increasingly important for the character and long-term prosperity of the town to keep this balance of year-round homes and vacation properties.
“What matters is that we work together to ensure Salcombe stays vibrant, resilient, and inclusive.” – Salcombe Town Council
Salcombe Town Council extend a warm welcome to all those who appreciate Salcombe, however short their visit. They remain welcoming of all, even in the face of second-home ownership adversity.
“We welcome everyone who loves Salcombe, whether you’re here all year, some of the year, or just visiting.” – Salcombe Town Council
