If the application is approved by East Devon District Council planners, the new hub could be ready next year.

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If the application is approved, work will start by autumn 2013 with the hotel scheduled to open in autumn 2014.

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If the company's application is approved he said he would be looking for a local operator familiar with the city and its tourist trade.

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