'Major blow' for Britain's oldest Indian restaurant as Crown Estate refurb plans recommended for approval
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A plan for the refurbishment of Victory House, home to Veeraswamy, has been recommended for approval. This plan involves alterations that would jeopardize the restaurant's future by removing its entrance. The Crown Estate, which owns the building, plans to create a larger reception area for office spaces while discontinuing the restaurant's lease. Legal action has been initiated by MW Eat against the estate to prevent lease non-renewal. If it prevails, the restaurant's tenancy can be extended significantly, contingent on the approval of the refurbishment plans.
The proposal for a comprehensive refurbishment of Victory House, home to Britain's oldest Indian restaurant, Veeraswamy, has been recommended for approval despite its controversial nature.
The Crown Estate plans to alter ground floor levels and remove existing entrances to both the Veeraswamy restaurant and upper floor offices to create a consolidated reception area.
MW Eat, the owner of Veeraswamy, has initiated legal action against the Crown Estate to challenge the non-renewal of the restaurant's lease following its expiration.
If the court rules in Veeraswamy's favor, the restaurant could extend its lease by up to 14 years, depending on pending planning permission approval for refurbishment.
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