Overview

• East Devon District Council has opened a consultation on designating 15 homes on Cliff Road as a Coastal Change Management Area to block new construction and alterations due to erosion risks.
• Residents in the Cliff Road Action Group warn that curbs on extensions and minor work could devalue properties and undermine Sidmouth’s tourism draw.
• Paul Griew, who lives 40 metres from the cliff and lost a summerhouse to erosion in 2017, highlights a lack of clarity on why the council selected these 15 homes.
• Locals urge the council to factor in the £21 million beach management scheme due for completion in 2027 when finalising or amending the proposed restrictions.
• The council’s Strategic Planning Committee will review public feedback and present a report on the CCMA proposal at its September meeting.