Agenda item

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

A) 14 Southernhay Road

Planning Application 20200652

 

The Panel commented on the lack of contextual drawings and visuals, which they considered would be beneficial for understanding the relationship of the proposed new dwelling to its streetscene. Some members questioned the lack of a more contemporary design style and the excessive footprint of the rear extension, as well as the loss of garden space. The odd geometry and massing of the new dwellinghouse were also commented on, as was its ‘pastiche’ design, but the loss of the existing close boarded fence was considered a potential positive. The general form and use, such as building height, was broadly supported.

 

Members unanimously criticised the impact and extent of hard landscaping to the front, with particular regard to the lack of front boundary treatment and planting to this part of the curtilage, considered of high potential do adversely affect the character and townscape of the Conservation Area. They requested that this is amended, with a brick (dwarf) boundary wall and soft landscaping introduced to the front of the property. 

 

SEEK AMENDMENTS 

 

B) 64-66 London Road & 17 Glebe Street

Planning Application 20200663 

 

The Panel agreed that the top-storey extension to the modern (rear) portion of the building will not have a notable impact on the character and significance of the South Highfields Conservation Area.

 

Whilst some members commented on the integrity of the 1920s block to London Road, with special regard to its roofscape, most concluded that the addition of dormers would be welcomed, as adding visual and architectural interest to the building. Amendments to their design, to better match the design and proportions of the existing glazing to frontage, were recommended. More information regarding materiality and finish of glazing and dormers was requested.

 

SEEK AMENDEMENTS

 

C) 2 St James Road, 200 London Road

Planning Application 20200429

 

Members first discussed the principle of the development. The erection of a two-storey dwelling on site was criticised, considered to have a negative impact on the character of the Conservation Area, leading to a cramped appearance in the streetscene and detracting from the prominent dwellings adjacent to the plot.

 

The pastiche design and materials (uPVC windows and doors) were also criticised, considered inadequate in its context.

 

OBJECTIONS

 

D) 101-107 RATCLIFFE ROAD, MARY GEE HOUSES HALLS OF RESIDENCE

Planning Application 20190433

 

In reference to previous comments on the scheme, the Panel concluded that the conservation concerns regarding the excessive mass and ‘institutionalised’ architectural definition of the development were not addressed by the amendments. The materiality and finish were criticised, especially in regard to concrete tiles and uPVC windows. Although some amendments were welcomed, including the recessed balconies, these were considered insufficient to render the scheme acceptable from conservation perspective and address the aforementioned concerns.

 

The Panel retained broader concerns on the basis of the development being contextually inappropriate, with dominant massing and excessive visual impact on the Conservation Area.

 

E) 115 Abbey Park Road, Land Adjacent

Planning Application 20192102

 

Members welcomed the reduced height of the scheme, considered as successful in reducing the visual impact on the adjacent heritage assets. They concluded that the development as proposed is acceptable, with no amendments advanced.

 

 

F) 42 BELGRAVE GATE, FORMER ABC CINEMA

Planning Application 20191390

 

The Panel broadly welcomed the alterations to elevation treatments, finishes and materials, especially the improved definition and proportions of the tallest element to Mansfield Street. However, they criticised the excessive height of the corner block to Mansfield Street, exacerbated by the narrow highways to west and north of the site.

 

Thus, the Panel recommended a more balanced redistribution of height and mass throughout the plot, with additional height along the new street and a potential recessed top-storey to Belgrave Gate block. They concluded that this should be associated with a reduction of height of the nine storey element by a couple of storeys, reducing the adverse impact on the adjacent Church Gate Conservation Area.

 

 

G) 29 Middleton Street

Planning Application 20200401

 

Members of the Panel criticized the location and definition of the new dwellinghouse. They concluded that the addition of a two-storey structure on site would adversely affect the symmetry of the three pairs of dwellings along Middleton Street, and be detrimental to the character of the local streetscene, at the ‘gateway’ into the Conservation Area. The development was defined as an ‘unwelcomed imposition’ on the local townscape that would harm the significance of the Conservation Area, and thus objected to. The loss of boundary treatments and soft landscaping to front, to create additional parking provisions, were also criticised.

 

 

The following applications are reported for Members' information but no additional comments were made.

 

1 Garrick Walk, Haymarket Theatre

Planning Application 20200398

 

Variation of condition 2 (Submitted Plans) attached to planning permission 20180150 (Shopfront alterations to front; construction of extensions to provide lobby area and lift shaft; external staircase and link bridge to side of theatre (Sui Generis); alteration) to allow for alteration to material of lift shaft

 

University Road, outside Percy Gee Building

Planning Application 20200304

 

Installation of 20m high monopole with antennas; 2 cabinets

 

5 Carisbrooke Road

Planning Application 20200162

 

Construction of a single storey extension at side and rear of house (Class C3)

 

The Gateway, De Montfort University, Hugh Aston Building

Planning Application 20200515

 

Installation of two non-illuminated vinyl signs to cafe (Class A3)

 

The Gateway, De Montfort University, Hugh Aston Building

Planning Application 20200514

 

Installation of shopfront to cafe (Class A3)

 

19 De Montfort Street

Planning Application 20200178

 

Construction of single storey and first storey extension at rear to create single storey flat (1 x 1 bed) at rear of office; part change of use from offices (Class B1(a)) to two flats (2 x studios) (Class C3)

 

Land between 62-68 Constance Road

Planning Application 20200397

 

Construction of 2 x two storey dwellings (2 x 3 bed) (Class C3)

 

42 Sandown Road

Planning Application 20200541

 

Part retrospective application for alterations to garage (Class C3)

 

50 Western Boulevard - Trinity Hospital

Planning Application 20200503

 

Construction of extended terrace, installation of fire escape stairs and

removal of two trees to rear of sheltered accomodation (Class C2);

alterations

 

Car park opposite 40 Almond Road

Planning Application 20200299

 

Construction of two storey restaurant and drive-through takeaway

(Class A3/A5)

 

75 Market Place

Planning Application 20200040

 

Change of use from office (Class A2) to office (Class A2) and three studio flats (Class C3); alterations

 

75 Market Place

Planning Application 20200041

 

Internal and external alterations to grade II listed building

 

57 London Road

Planning Application 20200468

 

Change of use from shop (Class A1) to cafe (Class A3) and installation

of ventilation flue at rear; alterations

 

57 London Road

Planning Application 20200469

 

Internal and external alterations to grade II listed building

 

25 St Albans Road

Planning Application 20200585

 

Installation of new UPVC windows and doors at rear of flats (Class

C3)

 

118-120 REGENT ROAD

Planning Application 20190235

 

RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT TIMBER WINDOWS TO STUDENT ACCOMODATION (SUI GENERIS)

 

Soar Lane, Pavement at Soar Lane

Planning Application 20200521

 

Installation of 20m high mono-pole with antennas; equipment cabinets

 

362 ST SAVIOURS ROAD

Planning Application 20190978

 

CONSTRUCTION OF FIRST FLOOR EXTENSIONS TO SIDE AND REAR OF COMMUNITY CENTRE AND PRAYER HALL (CLASS D1) ALTERATIONS

 

4 Market Place, Spencer Chambers

Planning Application 20200205

 

Internal and external alterations to Grade II listed building

 

8 Market Place

Planning Application 20200204

 

Internal alterations to Grade II listed building

 

6a Hotel Street, 4 Market Place, 6 Market Place, 8 Market Place

Planning Application 20200272

 

Change of Use from Mixed Use to 14 apartments (4x studio, 8x1bed, 2x 2bed) (Class C3); construction of first floor extenion at rear; alterations

 

459 Hinckley Road (former eco-house)

Planning Application 20200312

 

Construction of a single storey extension at front; two storey extension at front; first storey extension at rear; installation of a 2m high fence at front, sides and rear of eco house; installation of new access drive and car park (Class D1); alterations

 

7 Upper King Street

Planning Application 20200548

 

External alterations to grade II listed building

 

7 Upper King Street

Planning Application 20200547

 

Installation of 2m high gate and railings at rear of offices (Class

B1(a)); alterations

 

5 Fox Lane

Planning Application 20200587

 

Change of use of first and second floor from cafe (Class A3) to four self-contained flats (4 x 1 bed) (Class C3), alterations

 

191 Loughborough Road

Planning Application 20200513

 

A retrospective planning application for the constrction of two storey building new two storey building to provide 4 self-contained flats (4x1 bed); Construction of single storey bike store at rear (Class C3)

 

16 Toller Road

Planning Application 20200710

 

Construction of single storey extension at front of house; single storey extension at rear of house (Class C3)

 

350 Melton Road; at rear

Planning Application 20200405

 

Construction of single storey building to form four light industrial units (Class B1); car and cycle parking; alterations to vehicle access

 

Halifax Drive, St Lukes Church

Planning Application 20200701

 

Replacement antennas (x 3); GPS module (x 1); ancillary works

 

Highcross Street

Planning Application 20200699

 

Installation of 20m high monopole; 2 cabinets

 

44-46 Cank Street

Planning Application 20200372

 

Change of use from shop (Class A1) to simulation entertainment centre (Class D2)

 

Southernhay House

Planning Application 20200733

 

Construction of single storey extension at side; single and two storey extension at rear of house (Class C3); alterations

 

188 East Park Road, Ground Floor Shop

Planning Application 20200499

 

Installation of shopfront to laundrette (Sui Generis)

 

188 East Park Road, Ground Floor Shop

Planning Application 20200500

 

Installation of one internally illuminated fascia sign at front of shop (Class A1)

 

25 Sanvey Gate

Planning Application 20200574

 

Installation of one internally illuminated digital screen (Class B2)

 

219 London Road

Planning Application 20200608

 

Retrospective application for construction of hardstanding at front; installation of fence at front and side; gate at front of house (Class C3)

 

1 Wharf Street South

Planning Application 20200511

 

Installation of ventilation louvers to east and west elevations (Sui Generis)

 

7 St Martins Walk

Planning Application 20200675

 

Installation of ventilation flue at rear of restuarant (Class A3)

 

30-32 Granby Street

Planning Application 20200594

 

Installation of shop front and awning (Class A3)

 

30-32 Granby Street

Planning Application 20200595

 

Installation of externally illuminated facia sign and internally illuminated projecting sign (Class A3)

 

26 Stoneygate Avenue

Planning Application 20200474

 

Construction of single storey extension to front and rear of outbuilding

at rear to form one flat (1x1 bed) (Class C3)

 

Granville Road, Victoria Park Memorial Grounds

Planning Application 20200667

 

Installation of 3.2m high statue with plinth

5 Birkdale Avenue

Planning Application 20200583

 

Construction of single storey extension at side and rear; construction of hip to gable roof; dormer extension at rear of house (Class C3)

 

St Margarets Way, St Margarets Pastures Sports Centre

Planning Application 20200670

 

Installation of 4.5m high steel mesh perimeter fence; eight replacement 15m high lighting masts and LED luminaries; Installation of pitch perimeter barrier (1.20m); enclosed water storage tank / unit and pumping unit; refurbishment of the existing artificial turf hockey pitch and hard standing areas (Class D2)

 

26-28 Princess Road West

Planning Application 20200741

 

Retrospective application for the construction of third floor extension to create 4 self contained flats (4 x 1 bed) (Class C3)

 

36-40 Market Street

Planning Application 20200768

 

Construction of scaffolding for refurbishment and restoration; internal and external alterations to Grade II Listed Building

 

22-30 Sandown Road, Sandown Court

Planning Application 20200683

 

Installation of 12 replacement UPVC windows to flats (Class C3)

 

46B Market Place

Planning Application 20200475

 

Internal and external alterations to grade II listed building

 

High Street, Evington Chapel

Planning Application 20200864

 

External alterations to grade II listed building

 

105 London Road

Planning Application 20200477

 

Change of use of first and second floor from Office (Class B1(a)) to one self-contained flat (3 bed) (Class C3); alterations

 

55 Granby Street; 1-1A Belvoir Street

Planning Application 20200658

 

Change of use of part of basement and ground floor from shop (Class (A1) to hot-food takeaway (Class A5): alterations to ventilation flue at rear

 

55 Granby Street; 1-1A Belvoir Street

Planning Application 20200659

 

Internal and external alterations to grade II listed building

 

12 Fosse Road South

Planning Application 20200687

 

Change of use from shop (Class A1) to restaurant (Class A3); installation of ventilation flue at rear; alterations

 

176-180 Loughborough Road

Planning Application 20192176

 

Change of use from Storage (Class B8) to Hotel (Class C1)

 

University Road, Fielding Johnson Building University Of Leicester

Planning Application 20200869

 

Installation of ramp, steps, canopy and hard surfacing to form access

at side of university building (Class D1); alterations

 

University Road, Fielding Johnson Building University Of Leicester

Planning Application 20200870

 

Internal and external alterations to grade II listed building

 

37 Highfield Street

Planning Application 20200617

 

Demolition of garage; change of use from HMO (1 X 5 bed) (Class C4)

to 5 flats ( 2X 1 bed 3 X 2 bed); construction of three storey extension;

single storey extension at rear of flats (Class C3)

 

12 Ashfield Road

Planning Application 20200867

 

Remove existing fence; installation of 1.5m high fence at front and

part of side; installation of 2.1m high fence at part of side and rear;

alterations to gated access at rear of house (Class C3)

 

Herrick Road, Knighton Fields Centre

Planning Application 20200636

 

Installation of 2.4m high fences and gates to side and front of

educational establishment (Class D1); alterations

 

NEXT MEETING – Wednesday 15^th July 2020

 

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