Estate agency CB Slade is appealling a decision by Cotswolds district council's planning committee ordering the firm to repaint its new premises because the turquoise colour scheme was too loud.
One councillor called it "appalling" and others suggested it should be repainted white or softer, pastel colours to fit in with the street at the village of Fairford.
However, Christian Slade, managing director of the firm, says he is disappointed and going to appeal, pointing out that the colour is used on two other branches elsewhere, without problem, and the Fairford property had been empty and unsightly for some time before his firm moved in.
It goes against all of the feedback we have received from local residents who seem happy that we have transformed an empty building into a smart, well presented and thriving local business" he says.
Then he adds: We feel frustrated that we could be stopped from doing this. Our branding is an important part of our business which has enabled us to successfully open, maintain employment of local people and, most importantly, support local causes and events. It would be a real shame if we were unable to continue with this based on a decision by the council."
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