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Council orders listed-building consent after Caedmon House painted pink

By Drooid · Sep 13, 2026, 11:00 PM UTC · How we work

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North Yorkshire Council approved a pale pink mineral paint for Caedmon House, subject to conditions.
The Royal Hotel painted the Grade II listed building bright pink in 2025 without consent.
Planners said the bright pink harmed the historic character and appearance of the 19th-century hotel.
Council rejected an enforcement notice for the colour change and required a listed-building consent application.

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North Yorkshire Council approved a pale pink mineral paint for Caedmon House, subject to conditions.
The Royal Hotel painted the Grade II listed building bright pink in 2025 without consent.
Planners said the bright pink harmed the historic character and appearance of the 19th-century hotel.
Council rejected an enforcement notice for the colour change and required a listed-building consent application.