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A decision made (17/09/2008) regarding: 37 - 39 King Street, St. Helier - Intent to List as Site of Special Interest.

Decision Ref:	MD–PE–2008-0193
Subject:	List of Sites of Special Interest – 37-39 King Street, St Helier – intent to List as SSI
Decision Summary Title:	DS - List of Sites of Special Interest – 37-39 King Street, St Helier – intent to List as SSI
DS Author:	Janet Dore – Principal Historic Buildings Advisor
DS Date:	21 August 2008	DS Status:	Public
Written Report Title:	WR – List of Sites of Special Interest – 37-39 King Street, St Helier
WR Author:	Roger Hills – Jersey Heritage
WR Date	23 July 2008	WR Status:	Public
Oral Rapporteur:	Roger Hills – Jersey Heritage
Decision(s):	The Minister for Planning and Environment determined that; A Notice of Intent to List 37 – 39 King Street, St Helier as a SSI be served
Reason(s) for Decision:	The listing of 37 – 39 King Street as an SSI is in accordance with the published policy and guidance, in particular The special interest of 37 – 39 King Street extends substantially to its authentic fabric, plan form and interior features The site is of special interest for its architectural design, style, composition and use of materials and details from the late Georgian period to the early 20th century The internal plan form of the building contributes significantly to its special interest as it is the only example in Jersey of a Victorian galleried shop 37 – 39 King Street is of special historic interest as it is illustrative of the social and economic history of the town from the 1830s, and has a long-standing historical association with the Hamon family.
Legal and Resource Implications:	None
Action required:	Serve Notice of Intent
Signature:
Position:	Minister for Planning and Environment
Date Signed:		Date of Decision (If different to Date Signed):