Planning precedent report

The development will consist of the demolition of the existing structures (two dilapidated houses at 2 & 3 Mark's Alley West and mews structure at 1/1A Mark's Alley West) and the construction of a four-storey, plus set-back fifth-storey, aparthotel consisting of a ground-floor community-space/café with 37 suites at ground floor and above, bin-store to the rear, as well as the construction of basement ancillary space, the provision of 20 bicycle parking spaces and all associated site works.

Demolition of the existing structures and the construction of a four-storey, plus set-back fifth, aparthotel consisting of a ground floor community space/ café with 19 suites above and bin store to the rear.

RETENTION: the development seeks retention for a rear extension consisting of 3 floor above ground level, to include new accommodation stair serving the existing single residential dwelling and all associated site works.

The development will consist of removing the existing pitched roof of the two existing dwellings and the construction of a new extension/roof atop both original dwellings.

RETENTION: Permission is sought for change of use from retail unit to dog grooming use and Retention Permission for signage to front facade.

PROTECTED STRUCTURE:The development will consist of: Repairs and alterations to the Protected Structure. Existing single storey rear extension: replacement of existing flat roof with double pitched roof containing clerestory glazing and PV panels, new small courtyard to the rear, masonry repairs to rear boundary wall, new internal partitions, new roof terrace and fencing replacing existing. Rear elevation: removal of security grilles from rear windows replacement of rear double doors within existing opening, new opening and window to the kitchen, replacement of plastic rainwater goods, masonry repairs. Ground floor: removal of boxing and downstand in dwelling entrance hall, replacement of plywood bottom step to stairs with new step matching existing. First floor: alterations to internal window linings to two windows in the living room to adapt existing raised and fielded panelling to function as shutters, new opening and jib door between living room and kitchen, new timber flooring in kitchen replacing linoleum, new kitchen units replacing existing. First floor: replacement of bathroom sanitaryware.