The Director, Planning, Transportation and Economic Development submits a report on planning applications received for consideration by the Panel.
Minutes:
A) YORK STREET
Planning Application 20160610
Seven storey student block
Panel was generally happy with the height as this is in keeping with the general character of the area (although some members thought it was too tall for the width of the street).
Discussion about the level of articulation of the windows, the set-back of the top floor and use of materials. Query about level of window recesses.
Concerns raised over the darkness of the materials and fenestration but the panel were satisfied that the general development would not harm the character or appearance of the Granby Street Conservation Area or nearby heritage assets. Requested amendments to materials and fenestration.
Seek amendments.
B) STAMFORD BUILDINGS, STAMFORD STREET
Planning application 20151730
Change of use from factory to student accommodation, 6-storey side extension & 2-storey roof extension
Revised proposal is substantially better. No further objections.
No objection
C) 65-75 PRINCESS ROAD EAST
Planning Application 20160758
New student development
Revised proposal is substantially better, particularly the height and scale.
Concerns about the canopy, which does not fit well with the context or use.Suggested that this element be removed.
Query over the number of flats and their internal size and layout.
General concern about the legibility of the plans.
No objection
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D) ABBEY MEADOWS, SITE OF FORMER WOLSEY WORKS
Planning Application 20160614
Demolition, redevelopment
Link between water tower and housing considered to be crude. Suggestion that the tower should be freestanding with an extension, rather than part of a new terrace - looks cramped and loses role as focal point.
Mix of views on the style of houses, some are welcomed but others a missed opportunity. New houses by water tower are too plain and boring (better examples on wider site).
Loss of second chimney regretted but the overall site layout, including pathways and parks, was welcomed.
Seek amendments
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E) CORPORATION ROAD, ABBEY PUMPING STATION
Planning Application 20160483
Events space, marquee
Panel sought clarification on landscape implications. Following additional explanation, they raised no objections.
No objection
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F) 12 APPLEGATE, WYGSTON’S HOUSE
Planning Application 20160569
Change of use, alterations
No objection to change of use. Support bringing asset back into use. More flue details requested; ideally located in existing chimney. Panel raised concern to air exchange in the main restaurant (silver flue at ASK restaurant being of concern). Could bar be freestanding, rather than attached to timber frame (SPV explained fixings would be in mortar work). Lift in Victorian section; more details requested. Subtle approach requested for lift with minimal structure.
No objection
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G) 52-56 HIGH STREET
Application 20160657
Roof extension
The existing building is very fine looking and the proposed development would ruin it
Existing comparable scheme on St Nicholas Place is ungainly looking. Would result in the loss of an attractive roofscape and set an unwelcome precedent.
Principle of residential use is fine, but needs to be done a lot more sensitively.
Objection
H) R/O 24 RATCLIFFE ROAD
Planning Application 20160335
Demolition, new development
Panel expressed some concerns over access, principle of backland development and precedent an approval could set. More details needed.
More details required
I) 14A WOODLAND AVENUE
Planning Application 20160524
Front boundary gates and piers
Panel considered that the gates and piers were out of keeping with the character of the area. Too thick massing for gate piers and oversized gates. Would prefer lower key boundary treatment, such as timber gates and hedge.
Objection
The panel had no objections/observations on the following applications:
J) SITE OF 27 WHARF STREET SOUTH
Planning Application 20160361
Ten storey student block
K) 22 DEACON STREET
Planning Application 20160270
New student development
L) 14 DEACON STREET, LUKE TURNER FACTORY
Listed Building Consent 20160300
Internal and external alterations
M) 1-9 POCKLINGTONS WALK
Listed Building Consent 20160261
Relocation of previously approved new stairs
N) 3-5 POCKLINGTONS WALK
Listed Building Consent 20160476
Change of use internal alterations
O) R/O 6 SPRINGFIELD ROAD
Planning Application 20160641
New dwellinghouse
P) 25 WOODLAND AVENUE
Planning Application 20160469
Single storey extension to front and rear, rear dormer.
Q) 8 BURLINGTON ROAD
Planning Application 20160466
New Chimney
R) 66 STONEYGATE ROAD
Planning Application 20160509
Rear extension, patio
S) 9 ST JAMES ROAD
Planning Application 20160608
Two storey extension
T) GLENFIELD ROAD, CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL JUNIOR SCHOOL
Planning Application 20160624
Extension
U) 13 CARISBROOKE ROAD, LATIMER HOUSE
Planning Application 20160394
External alterations, new boundary fence
V) UNIVERSITY ROAD, UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER
Planning Application 20160572
Change of use of car park to open space.
W) 45 EAST BOND STREET, CHARLES BERRY HOUSE
Planning Application 20160386, Listed Building Consent 20160388
Internal and external alterations, ramp, cycle store
X) 4 ST MARTINS
Advertisement Consent 20160450, Listed Building Consent 20160595
New signs
Y) 2-4 COLTON STREET
Planning Application 20160519
Roof extension
Z) THE HIGH CROSS JUBILLEE SQUARE
Listed Building Consent 20160619
Repair work
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AA) 9 ST NICHOLAS PLACE
Advertisement Consent 20160390
New signs
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AB) SOUTHGATES, FORMER SHAKESPEAR P.H.
Advertisement Consent 20160021
New sign
AC) 20-26 HIGH STREET
Planning Application 20160430
New shopfront
AD) 140 REGENT ROAD
Planning Application 20160533
Change of use, external alterations
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AE) 220-248 ST SAVIOURS ROAD
Planning Application 20160656
Replacement doors and windows at front; boundary gates and walls at front of houses
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AF) 100 BATH LANE, FRIARS MILLS
Listed Building Consent 20160599, Advertisement Consent 20160600
New signs
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AG) 50 NEW WALK
Planning Application 20160381
Fence, cycle shed and canopy
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AH) 20-40 NEW WALK
Planning Application 20160249
Increase height of sprinkler tank
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AI) 19 TOLLER ROAD
Planning Application 20160389
Extensions and alterations to house
AJ) 14 KNIGHTON ROAD
Planning Application 20160499
Two storey extension at side and rear
AK) WEYMOUTH STREET, ST ALBANS CHURCH CENTRE
Planning Application 20160661
Extensions, external alterations
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