Agenda item

The Director, Planning, Transportation and Economic Development submits a report on planning applications received for consideration by the Panel.

A) 127-133 GRANBY STREET

Planning Application 20152417

Demolition and redevelopment

 

The panel supported the proposal, noting that the front elevation of the new build had interesting articulation and good depth; having a positive impact upon the streetscene.

 

They were happy with the height of the development, as the top floor is recessed, reducing its visual impact upon the street.

 

No Objections

B) 61 GREAT CENTRAL STREET

Planning Application 20151041

Demolition and redevelopment

 

Concerns were raised over the height of the 7-storey extension, as it will exceed the height of the original factory building and conflicts with the height parameters as set out within the Waterside SPD. The panel suggested that the extension needed to have a lower perceived height and that this could be achieved by limiting the extension to 6-storey. They did however like the articulation of the top floor of the extension and would wish for this to remain, albeit in a lower extension.

 

The panel noted that the set-back of the stairwell was beneficial, as it allows you to appreciate the corner of the original factory building; the retention of the cartouche on the opposite gable was also welcomed (subject to a suitable method statement). They were happy with the general design and palette of materials proposed.

 

Seek Amendments

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C) FORMER BLACK BOY PH ALBION STREET

Planning Application 20151948

Demolition and redevelopment

 

The panel raised strong objections to the proposal, stating that they did not wish to see the loss of the former Black Boy PH and that they would prefer to see the façade retained as a minimum.

 

Notwithstanding their objection to the principle of the proposal, concerns were also raised over the size, scale and design of the new build. It was noted that the building was too tall, that the silver brick finish is inappropriate for the location and that the development doesn’t contribute to the prominent corner location. They did however concede that that the brick/glazing ratio of the elevations was good and that the recessed & curved ground floor works.

 

Objections

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D) THE GUILDHALL

Listed Building Consent 20160150

New sign

 

The proposed signage was considered acceptable, as the panel appreciated the need to improve the visual awareness of the Guildhall and were satisfied that the signage was reversible, having minimal impact upon the historic fabric.

 

They did however insist that fixings are positioned within the mortar joints and wish for the council to carefully control the method of fixation.

 

No Objections

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E) QUEEN STREET, ATHENA

Listed Building Consent 20160220, Planning Application 20160004

Three storey extension

 

The majority of the panel accepted the principle of a 3-storey extension to the side of the Athena above the existing kitchen block, noting that it will appear subservient to the listed building.

 

Concerns were however raised over the design of the extension. The panel felt that a polite extension was proposed, but that they would prefer a more stand-alone and contemporary addition.

 

The panel discussed exactly how this could be achieved, but members had very mixed views, with no real agreement over the correct approach to achieve this. It was however agreed that Upvc windows are wholly inappropriate. Concerns were also raised over the use of a matching brick & how difficult this may be to achieve.

 

Objections

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F) 31 SANVEY LANE

Planning Application 20160169

New house, extension

 

G) 54A WESTCOTES DRIVE

Planning Application 20160181

Demolition of coach house, two storey building

 

Objections were raised to the proposal, as the loss of the existing coach house is unacceptable, as the building is of historic / architectural interest, positively contributing to the character and appearance of the West End conservation area.

 

The panel recommended that the existing building should be retained and sympathetically converted.

 

Objections

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The panel had no objections/observations on the following applications:

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H) 16 KNIGHTON ROAD

Planning Application 20152338

Change of use, alterations

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I) 2 KNIGHTON PARK ROAD

Planning Application 20160132

Demolition of garage, single storey building

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J) 7 BURLINGTON ROAD

Planning Application 20160040

Replacement windows

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K) 21-23 FOSSE ROAD CENTRAL

Advertisement Consent 20160057

Two non-illuminated signs

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L) ABBEY PARK REFRESHMENT ROOMS

Planning Application 20160015

External alterations

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M) 201 KNIGHTON ROAD, THE CRADOCK PH

Advertisement Consent 20160146

Replacement signage

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N) 53A LONDON ROAD

Planning Application 20160131

Replacement windows and doors

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O) 184-186 LONDON ROAD

Planning Application 20160144

External alterations to side elevation

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P) 19 HOLMFIELD ROAD

Planning Application 20160233

Rear extension

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Q) 50 MAIN STREET, EVINGTON

Planning Applications 20152344

Access ramp

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R) WELLINGTON STREET

Listed Building Consent 20160019, Advertisement Consent 20152172

New sign

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S) 5 HOTEL STREET

Listed Building Consent 20152275, Advertisement Consent 20152274

New signs

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T) 90 HIGH STREET CAFÉ BRUXELLES

Advertisement Consent 20152284

New sign

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U) 7 HIGH STREET

Listed Building Consent 20160130, Advertisement Consent 20160060

New sign, feature lighting

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V) 40-42 FRIAR LANE

Listed Building Consent 20160134

Internal and external alterations

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W) 3-5 GALLOWTREE GATE

Listed Building Consent 20160103

External shopfront alterations

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X) 18 GALLOWTREE GATE

Advertisement Consent 20160076

New signs

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Y) 10 PRINCESS ROAD WEST

Planning Application 20160211

Single storey rear extension

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Z) 5-9 UPPER BROWN STREET

Planning Application 20152365

External staircase

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AA) 20-40 NEW WALK

Planning Application 20160249

Increase height of sprinkler tank

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Next Meeting – Wednesday 23^rd March, G.02 Meeting Room 2, City Hall

 

Meeting Ended – 18:25