Wellington Park Residential Scheme

A full planning application was submitted for a high quality residential scheme consisting of 12 No apartments in two blocks with associated works.

Block 1 involves change of use from existing building (13 Wellington Park) to provide 6 No apartment, demolition of rear return and replacement with 3 storey extension.

Block 2 involves construction of 6 no apartments in 3 1/2 storey block in rear of No 13, with access from Wellesley Avenue.

The proposed development represents a £3m investment sustaining 20 construction jobs.

Issues Encountered

• Principle of residential use on the site
• Traffic, car parking and road safety
• Demolition in Conservation Area
• Effect on Conservation Area
• Visual and residential amenity
• Flooding

Our Involvement

Working alongside MMAS Architects, we provided planning advisory services and public affairs support throughout the duration of the planning process to ensure the approval of this application for good quality, ecologically sustainable and affordable homes in the University area.