The Director of Planning, Development and Transportation submits a report on planning applications received for consideration by the Panel.
Minutes:
A) 580 GIPSY LANE
Planning Application 20191465
DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DWELLING; CONSTRUCTION OF TWO DETACHED DWELLINGS (2X 4BED) (CLASS C3); ASSOCIATED PARKING
The Panel indicated that 3D context visuals would have helped to inform their decision.
The Panel concluded that the proposed demolition of the existing characterful cottage within the Old Humberstone Conservation Area would have a harmful impact upon that conservation area and the setting of nearby listed buildings, and that harm would not be outweighed by the new development. This was partly because the proposed development was of poor design with poor quality materials.
OBJECTION
B) Land between 62-68 Constance Road
Planning Application 20191477
CONSTRUCTION OF TWO HOUSES (2 X 4 BED) (CLASS C3)
The Panel critiqued the current design proposal, both on its own terms and in relation to the previously approved scheme. It was concluded that the previously consented scheme was superior. However, whilst the current scheme was criticised as being of poor design and materials, such as the proposed uPVC windows, it would have limited impact on the setting of the nearby listed buildings. It was suggested that the front elevation should have better detailing, including better proportioned windows, with more reference to that adjacent.
SEEK AMENDMENTS
C) St Martin's, St Martin's Cathedral Church
Planning Application 20192261
DEMOLITION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION; CONSTRUCTION OF TWO STOREY ABOVE GROUND AND TWO STOREY BELOW GROUND BUILDING FOR A LEARNING CENTRE, STORE AND VOLUNTEERS AREA (CLASS D1); ALTERATIONS
The Panel expressed disappointment with the revised design, which they considered to be inferior to the previous iteration. They considered that amendments to the external appearance had taken the design further away from the light weight contemporary style that had previously been espoused. Particular concern was expressed with regard to the parapet on the principle building volume, which was considered to be excessive in scale and to make the building appear unbalanced. The larger feature was seen to undermine the dominance of the fins and the Panel requested that it be significantly reduced. Although some support for the changes to the secondary volume were expressed, others considered that a simpler and more unified design for the combined building would have been appropriate, given its relatively small scale. Concerns about pastiche in terms of detailing were made and that the building was too busy in terms of detailing.
SEEK AMENDMENTS
D) 101-107 RATCLIFFE ROAD, MARY GEE HOUSES HALLS OF RESIDENCE
Planning Application 20190433
DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILIDINGS; CONSTRUCTION OF RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT OF 100 APARTMENTS WITH CARE FOR THE ELDERLY (26 X 1 BED, 57 X 2 BED AND 17 X 3 BED) (CLASS C2); ASSOCIATED LANDSCAPING AND PARKING
The Panel felt that, whilst the latest proposal was an improvement over the last by virtue of its broken-up elevations, the central block still retained an institutional feel, with prominent white architectural masonry to the entrance. The Panel felt that the proposed floor plan was an improvement over the previous proposal. The Panel recommended further amendments to the exterior to include lighter coloured joinery and exterior fixings on the domestic red brick elevations and recessing the balconies within the structure instead of the projecting balconies. Additionally, the Panel suggested the scale and massing of the central block should be made more domestic by changing the uppermost storey to a mansard roof or similar. The Panel also desired that uPVC windows should not be fitted to the rear of the development.
SEEK AMENDMENTS
E) 4 KNIGHTON PARK ROAD
Planning Application 20191480
DEMOLITION OF EXISTING GARAGE AND OUTBUILDING; CONSTRUCTION OF NEW DWELLING (1 X 2 BED) (CLASS C3) ALTERATIONS
The Panel were critical of the limited visual information provided and suggested more 3d views showing the new building in context from the street would be helpful. They reiterated their concerns over the loss of garden space and the impact on the character of the Conservation Area from a new dwelling. They considered that the quality of the architecture was still poor and that the structure would fail to preserve or enhance the character of the Conservation Area.
OBJECTION
The following applications are reported for Members' information and will not be presented unless a specific request is made by 2.00pm on Monday 9th December 2019. Please contact Justin Webber (4544638) Paula Burbicka (4541703) or Daniel Evans (4544076).
Further details on the cases below can be found by typing the reference number into: http://rcweb.leicester.gov.uk/planning/onlinequery/mainSearch.aspx
21 ST MARTINS, CATHEDRAL CENTRE
Planning Application 20191677
INTERNAL ALTERATIONS TO GRADE II* LISTED BUILDING
Land East of Thurmaston Lane off Colin Grundy Drive
Planning Application 20191832
Construction of a two and three storey school building and sports hall with associated access; parking; external recreation areas; sports facilities and landscaping (Class D1)
459 Hinckley Road, Eco House
Planning Application 20191755
INSTALLATION OF 2.4M HIGH SECURITY FENCE AND GATES TO COMMUNITY BUILDING
19 ASHFIELD ROAD
Planning Application 20191084
DEMOLITION OF PART OF REAR SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION; REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING BOUNDARY WALL TO RAILING AT FRONT AND CONSTRUCTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION AT SIDE AND REAR; ALTERATIONS TO HOUSE (CLASS C3)
3-5 ST MARTINS SQUARE
Planning Application 20191861
INSTALLATION OF SIX EXTERNALLY ILLUMINATED FASCIA SIGNS; TWO EXTERNALLY ILLUMINATED PROJECTING SIGNS; TWO NON ILLUMINATED SIGN ON AWNING; THREE INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED MENU BOXES AT FRONT OF RESTAURANT (CLASS A3)
Leicester Creative Business Depot, 31 Rutland Street
Planning Application 20191694
INSTALLATION OF WINDOWS AND DOORS TO REAR
118-120 REGENT ROAD
Planning Application 20190235
RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT TIMBER WINDOWS TO STUDENT ACCOMODATION (SUI GENERIS)
Highfield Street, Leicester Hebrew Congregation
Planning Application 20191965
Installation of two rooflights to side of place of worship (Class D1)
Highfield Street, Leicester Hebrew Congregation
Planning Application 20191966
External alterations to grade II listed building
3-5 St Martins Square
Planning Application 20191928
Installation of nine exterior lights (class a3)
9A CHURCH GATE
Planning Application 20191604
INSTALLATION OF ONE INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED FASCIA SIGNAGE TO SHOPFRONT (CLASS A1)
116 Evington Drive
Planning Application 20191939
CONSTRUCTION OF HIP TO GABLE ROOF; REAR DORMER EXTENSION; INSTALLATION OF ROOFLIGHTS AT FRONT OF HOUSE
34 Charles Street
Planning Application 20191584
Change of use from shop (Class A1) to hot food takeaway (Class A5); installation of ventilation flue at rear; alterations
The Gateway, De Montfort University, Portland Building
Planning Application 20191892
Replacement of windows at side, rear and courtyard of university building (Class D1)
PLOT 33 LAND ADJACENT TO 37 HERONGATE ROAD
Planning Application 20191426
CONSTRUCTION OF TWO NEW DWELLINGS (2 x 4 BED) (CLASS C3)
88 Granby Street
Planning Application 20191825
Change of use from restaurant (Class A3) to restaurant (Class A3) and hot food takeaway (Class A5); installation of ventilation flue at rear
7 SEVERN STREET
Planning Application 20191602
CHANGE OF USE FROM DWELLINGHOUSE (CLASS C3) TO AN 8-PERSON HOUSE IN MULTIPLE OCCUPATION (SUI GENERIS); REPLACEMENT WINDOWS TO FRONT; ALTERATIONS
271 London Road
Planning Application 20191976
Installation of vehicular access, 1.6m wall and hardstanding at front of house (removal of chimney and installation of 2.9m wall to side; construction of single storey extension at side and rear; demolition of gates and outbuildings at rear; Alterations (Class C3)
Land off Richard III Road
Planning Application 20191999
Demolition of existing buildings and construction of 3 storey school building, sports hall, multi use games areas; Associated external recreation areas, landscaping, car parking and secure fencing; Removal of Tree Covered by Tree Preservation Order
3 HILL STREET
Planning Application 20191990
CHANGE OF USE OF GROUND FLOOR FROM VEHICLE REPAIR GARAGE (CLASS B2) TO ONE FLAT (1 x 2 BED) (CLASS C3) ALTERATIONS
31 Balmoral Close
Planning Application 20192064
Construction of two storey extension to side of house; Alterations (Class C3)
9A Church Gate
Planning Application 20192023
Change of use from shop (Class A1) to hot food takeaway (Class A5)
12 Fosse Road South
Planning Application 20191384
Construction of dormer extension at rear of house (Class C3)
De Montfort University Performance Arts Centre For Excellence
Planning Application 20192034
Installation of one non illuminated fascia sign (class d1)
115 Charles Street, City Hall
Planning Application 20191972
Two flag poles at front of building
33A Elms Road
Planning Application 20191899
Construction of single storey extension at front; alterations to house (Class C3)
CORPORATION ROAD, FORMER JOHN ELLIS COLLEGE SITE
Planning Application 20191699
Details of appearance, landscaping, layout and scale to provide (Phase 2) 5743sqm of collaborative research and business floorspace (Class B1/D1) associated hard and soft landscaping and car parking being matters reserved by outline permission 20182094.
4 Eldon Street, Shop
Planning Application 20192042
Retrospective application for change of use from shop (Class A1) to restaurant (Class A3); alterations to shopfront and installation of ventilation louvre to side; alterations
10 ST MARTINS SQUARE
Planning Application 20191222
INSTALLATION OF INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED FASCIA SIGN, TWO EXTERNALLY ILLUMINATED HANGING SIGNS; INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED MENU DISPLAY TO SHOPFRONT (CLASS A3)
6B New Walk, Revolution
Planning Application 20192105
Retrospective installation of one internally illuminated fascia sign at front of building (Class A4)
28 SAXBY STREET
Planning Application 20191884
Installation of 1.8m high railings and gate to front and side of day nursery (Class D1)
Hinckley Road, Western Park House, Western Park
Planning Application 20191985
Construction of four dormers at front; four rooflights at rear of house; alterations (Class C3)
Hinckley Road, Western Park House, Western Park
Planning Application 20191984
Internal & external alterations to Grade II Listed Building
32-40 Market Street
Planning Application 20192055
Variation of condition 7 (plans) attached to planning permission 20191594: (Variation of condition 2 (materials) and condition 7 (plans) attached to planning permission 20182478 (change of use of class a1 retail shop to: (basement) Classes A1 retail, A2 financial & professional services, A3 restaurant/cafe, B1 office, C1 serviced apartments including ancillary gym; (ground floor) Classes A1, A2, A3, B1, C1 including ancillary reception/bar; (first, second, third floors) Class C1. Fourth and fifth floor extensions to provide roof top bar and C1. Alterations.) To allow for internal and external alterations including replacement of rooftop bar with 10 x serviced apartments, alterations to the fenestration, roofing materials and anomaly to the survey (finished heights). (amended plans 9/10/19)). To allow for further internal and external alterations.
32-40 Market Street
Planning Application 20192056
Variation of condition 3 (plans) attached to planning permission 20191595: (Variation of condition 2 (materials) and condition 3 (plans) attached to listed building consent 20182479 (internal and external alterations) to allow for internal and external alterations including changes to fenestration, roofing material and anomaly to the survey (finished heights) (amended plans 9/10/19); to make minor amendments to the layout
9 Church Gate
Planning Application 20192022
Installation of one non illuminated fasica sign to front of takeaway(class A5)
1 MORLAND AVENUE MORLAND HOUSE
Planning Application 20191732
Conversion of basement and loft to create three flats (1x2 bed) (2x1 bed) (class c3) forming a total of seven flats (1x2 bed and 6x1 bed); raised ridge height; demolition of chimney; construction of three side dormers; alterations to land to create light well; alterations to building
22 South Knighton Road, Ulverscroft, Land Adjacent
Planning Application 20192143
Conversion of basement and loft to create three flats (1x2 bed) (2x1 bed) (class c3) forming a total of seven flats (1x2 bed and 6x1 bed); raised ridge height; demolition of chimney; construction of three side dormers; alterations to land to create light well; alterations to building
Marsden Lane, Land adjacent to, Aylestone
Planning Application 20192170
Installation of timber ramp to allow access between the Great Central Way path and trail and Aylestone Meadows (Class D2)
Uppingham Road (adjacent junction with Colchester Road)
Planning Application 20192098
Installation of 20m high replacement monopole; 7 cabinets
2 Southernhay Road, Southernhay House
Planning Application 20191898
Construction of single storey extension at side; single and two storey extension at rear of house (Class C3); alterations
University Of Leicester, Ken Edwards Building
Planning Application 20192125
Construction of steps and ramped access at front of university building (Class D1); alterations
University Of Leicester, University Road, Fielding Johnson Building
Planning Application 20192124
Installation of ramp, steps, canopy, door and hard surfacing to form access at side of university building (Class D1); alterations
University Of Leicester University Road
Planning Application 20192175
Internal and external alterations to grade II listed building
97 CHURCH GATE
Planning Application 20182183
DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDINGS. CONSTRUCTION OF MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT COMPRISING SINGLE AND SEVEN STOREY 171 BED ROOM HOTEL; AND EIGHT, TEN AND FOURTEEN STOREY BUILDINGS COMPRISING 142 FLATS (53 x 2 BED, 67 x 1 BED and 22 STUDIOS). CAR PARKING, LANDSCAPING AND ASSOCIATED WORKS. (AMENDED PLANS)
40-48 BELVOIR STREET
Planning Application 20181361
CHANGE OF USE OF PART FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD FLOORS FROM WAREHOUSE (CLASS B8) TO 13 FLATS (2XSTUDIO), (7X1 BED), (4X2 BED) (CLASS C3); INTERNAL DEMOLITION AND ALTERATIONS.
40-48 BELVOIR STREET
Planning Application 20181362
INTERNAL DEMOLITION, AND INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ALTERATIONS, TO LISTED BUILDING TO FACILITATE THE CONVERSION OF PART FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD FLOORS TO RESIDENTIAL USE.
18 Church Gate
Planning Application 20191950
Change of use of ground floor from shop (Class A1) to cafe (Class A3); installation of ventilation flue at rear
219 LONDON ROAD
Planning Application 20191741
RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF TWO BRICK PILLARS, HARDSTANDING AT FRONT; INSTALLATION OF FENCE AT FRONT AND SIDE; GATE AT FRONT OF HOUSE (CLASS C3)
263 London Road, Melbourne House
Planning Application 20191883
Retrospective application for the Installation of 1.9m high replacement fence to house (Class C3)
8 Church Gate - Unit Msu4 Highcross
Planning Application 20192207
Installation of two internally illuminated fascia signs; one internally illuminated logo sign; three non-illuminated window vinyl signs to front of cafe (Class A3)
St Martin's Square
Planning Application 20192223
Installation of replacement lighting to frontages within retail arcade
284 Loughborough Road
Planning Application 20192193
Retrospective application for installation of Shopfront (Class A1)
NEXT MEETING – Wednesday 15th January 2020
Meeting Ended – 18:55
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