Agenda and minutes

Apologies were received from Malcolm Elliott, David Trubshaw, Simon Britton and Richard Lawrence.

No declarations were made.

The minutes of the meeting held on 19^th September 2012 are attached and the Panel is asked to confirm them as a correct record.

Minute Item 15 – that an amendment to be made to read ‘Councillor Malcolm Unsworth’.

RESOLVED:

that the minutes of the meeting of the Conservation Advisory Panel held on 19^th September 2012 be confirmed as a correct record, subject to the amendment above.

There were no matters arising from the minutes.

A) SPENCEFIELD LANE, ST PAULS RC COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL

Planning Application 20121283

Three storey building

The proposal site was adjacent to Evington Hall, a Grade II listed building.

The application was for the construction of a three storey school building, multi-use games area and car parking.

The Panel supported the proposal, they considered the design of the new build to be good and thought that the separation from the adjacent former Evington Hall would enhance its setting.

The Panel raised NO OBJECTION to the application.

B) 8 RATCLIFFE ROAD

Planning Application 20121071

Extensions to house

The building was within the Stoneygate Conservation Area

The application was for alterations and extensions to the house.

The Panel felt that the principle of the proposal was acceptable, but that the scheme in its current form required amendments.

It was felt that dormers as opposed to rooflights should be proposed (front elevation), that the Swithland slate should be re-used, and that the chimneystack on the right hand side (when viewing the front elevation) should be retained but perhaps reduced in height to balance the building.

They also raised concern over the pitch of the porch roof – suggested a flat roof.

No concerns / objections raised over the 2 storey side / rear extension.

The Panel recommended SEEKING AMMENDMENTS to the application.

C) WESTERN BOULEVARD

Planning Application 20121121

Change of use, alterations

The old tram shelter was one of five of a similar design within the city and on the Local List.

The application was for the conversion of the old 1930s tram shelter to a kiosk. The proposal involved external alterations including re-glazing the windows and a roller shutter.

The Panel where unanimously in favour of giving the former tram / bus stop an active use, however, concerns were raised over the visual qualities of the roller shutters and how services were to be introduced. They thought concertina style shutters might be better or perhaps painting a design on them to compliment the architectural style of the building. They also thought the building would look better if painted cream rather than white.

They raised concerns regarding potential signage and would like to see details of any signage proposed.

The Panel stated MORE INFORMATION was required.

D) 27 NEWMARKET STREET

Planning Application 20121222

Demolition and redevelopment for two dwelling houses

The site was within the Knighton Village Conservation Area.

The application was for the construction of two new dwelling houses. The proposal involves the demolition of existing buildings.

The Panel thought the introduction of the two dwelling houses would make a positive contribution to the street scene and raised no objections.

The Panel raised NO OBJECTION to the application.

E) SILVER STREET THE GLOBE PH

Planning Application 20121216

New lighting

The building was within the Market Place Conservation Area.

The application was for spot lights to both the Silver Street and Carts Lane elevations. The light fittings had already been installed.

The Panel noted that the façade appeared to be overly cluttered with wiring, signs  ...  view the full minutes text for item 25.

The meeting closed at 6.08pm.