UK: Developer Panther Properties Plc has received planning permission from Newcastle City Council to repurpose a vacant Grade II-listed building into an aparthotel.
The site, located at 36-40 Clayton Street in Newcastle city centre, is set to be redeveloped into a 13 unit aparthotel spread across the upper floors. A cafe/restaurant will occupy the ground floor area.
Originally built in 1837, the building has sat vacant for several years having previously housed a homeware shop. In 2018, plans to turn the space into a live music venue were rejected by the council’s licensing sub-committee.
The new planning application was handled by Hedley Planning Services, led by Sean Hedley.
He said: “Our work concludes that the submitted proposal represents sensitive enhancements to the significance of the listed building. They provide the springboard to bring this important historic location back to life after being vacant for in excess of six years and in doing so, will deliver much needed city-centre-based visitor accommodation and an attractive eating venue.”
Hedley added: “As planners, we want to see the creation and successful delivery of heritage projects that deliver a long-lasting legacy. In achieving this, we are able to make a valuable contribution to clients’ plans and design ambitions, reducing the likelihood of objections on heritage grounds. This helps to transform our listed buildings and historic properties for generations to come.”
