UK: Developer Panther Properties has submitted plans to transform a historic corner property in Newcastle‘s city centre into an aparthotel.
Hedley Planning Service is overseeing the application to turn the grade II-listed 36 – 40 Clayton Street into 13 apartments spread across the upper floor areas, alongside a café/ restaurant on the ground floor.
Under the plans, the historic fabric of the building will be retained, securing the long-term future of one of the city’s heritage assets.
The vacant building was originally built in 1837 by Richard Grainger on the street named after John Clayton, the 19th century town clerk and antiquarian.
Sean Hedley, managing director of Hedley Planning Services, 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.”
“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.”
