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South Wales Argus
4 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
West of England Hotel in Newport to be turned into flats
The West of England Hotel in Newport will have its upper floors converted into seven self-contained flats, including six one-bedroom units and one studio. The ground floor will be turned into a community facility. The plans, submitted by Mr F. David, were given conditional approval by Newport City Council on June 26. The scheme has been hailed as a "significant step forward" for urban regeneration in the Pillgwenlly ward. The West of England Hotel, located at 42 Mill Parade, has been vacant for some time, and the redevelopment aims to breathe new life into the Waterloo Conservation Area. The plans were initially refused in January due to concerns over tree preservation and refuse storage. However, these issues have now been resolved to the satisfaction of planning officers. The redevelopment will also include the reinstatement of 18 off-street parking spaces, new secure cycle storage, outdoor waste and recycling storage, and internal sound insulation between community and residential areas. The plans also include ecological enhancements as part of green infrastructure commitments. While there were some concerns from the Highways Officer regarding parking layout and refuse collection logistics, the scheme was deemed acceptable. The Planning Authority highlighted the site's excellent accessibility and adjacent council car park as mitigating factors. The Tree Officer and Landscape Architect have confirmed that important street trees will be protected under strict arboricultural supervision. Principal Heritage and Planning Officers have praised the scheme for safeguarding the historic character of the building. They said it would contribute positively to the setting of the nearby Grade II listed Transporter Bridge. Natural Resources Wales had no objections to the plans, as the development retains the current vulnerability classification and the upper floor residential units remain above flood risk levels. Typically, planning contributions are required under Section 106, but these have been waived following a viability assessment. The development is subject to conditions including detailed window design approvals, secure cycle storage provision, and the installation of electric vehicle charging points for 10 per cent of spaces. The works are expected to begin following final approvals under Building Regulations and Sustainable Drainage (SAB) if required.
Irish Independent
01-07-2025
- General
- Irish Independent
Plans in Clare village for nearly 40 homes refused over environmental concerns
A planning application for the construction of 38 houses in the village of Sixmilebridge has been rejected by Clare County Council due to concerns over the proposed location. The site is located on the southern fringe of Sixmilebridge between the R471 (Shannon Road) and Rossmanagher Road. The southern boundary of the site abuts the Limerick to Ennis railway line and the northern boundary abuts a residential development known as Ashview. The development involved the construction of 38 semi-detached houses on lands previously granted planning permission comprising of 20 three-bedroom homes and 18 four-bedroom homes. However, in a decision made by the council in the last week, the plans have been refused for three main reasons. According to the documents on the decision, the proposed development 'does not meet the criteria or exceptions as set out in the current Clare County Development Plan for the subject zoned lands and therefore the proposal would be premature by reference to the order of priority for development indicated in the Development Plan'. The decision added that the proposed development would also materially contravene the zoning objective of the site for the zoning of land as 'Strategic Reserve' and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. The decision added: 'Having regard to the nature and scale of the development, and in the absence of a Screening for Appropriate Assessment, it is not possible for the Planning Authority to conclude a finding of no significant effects on nearby European sites. 'It is therefore considered that the proposed development would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.' Follow Independent Clare on Facebook The council's decision also cited the possible impact on the biodiversity of the area: 'Having regard to the lack of details submitted in terms of the potential for the proposed development to impact on ecology at this location and having particular regard to the identified wetland area and badger activity (amongst other issues) at the site, it is considered that the development would have a negative impact on ecological features on and adjoining the site. 'It is therefore considered that the proposed development would materially contravene the provisions of CDP 15.8 of the County Development Plan 2023-2029 and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.'
Zawya
21-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Seychelles: Appointment of the Planning Authority Board
President Wavel Ramkalawan has announced the appointment of the Planning Authority Board. The appointment is made in accordance with Section 9 of the Physical Planning Act, 2021. The appointment takes effect on 16th May 2025 for a 3-year period. The full composition of the Planning Authority Board is as follows: Mr Dilip Shah - Chairperson Ms Angela Servina - CEO/ex-officio Member Mr Kenny Constance - Member Mrs Sinha Levkovic - Member Mr Lenny Gabriel - Member Mr Patrick Andre - Member Dr. Jude Gedeon - Member Ms Indira Gamatis - Member Mr Patrick Lablache - Member Distributed by APO Group on behalf of State House Seychelles.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Civic officials failing to stop illegal layouts face up to Rs 1 lakh penalty in Karnataka
Bengaluru: Civic officials who fail to prevent unauthorised land layouts will now face personal penalties of Rs 50,000 for the first offence and Rs 1 lakh for a repeat violation, as per new rules notified by the urban development department (UDD).For a third or subsequent lapse, the competent authority is required to report the matter to the govt for action under Karnataka Civil Service Rules, Planning Authority (Levy of Penalty on Jurisdictional Officers for Failure to Prevent Unauthorised Construction) Rules, 2021, will apply to municipal corporations and planning bodies in the state. "It covers unauthorised layouts — not individual building violations — and includes both urban local bodies and special authorities such as the Bangalore Mysore Infrastructure Area Planning Authority and the Hampi World Heritage Area Management Authority," said a senior UDD of municipal corporations and local planning authorities have been designated as "jurisdictional officers" responsible for curbing unauthorised developments. "However, it could be difficult to implement the rules in Bengaluru effectively, because the role of Bengaluru Metropolitan Region Development Authority (BMRDA) is not considered seriously and in the case of BBMP and BDA, they are held by IAS ranks, making it challenging to penalise them due to political backing," added the document, accessed by TOI, reads, "The rules also hold jurisdictional tahsildar responsible for preventing the conversion of agricultural lands into unauthorised layouts within local planning area limits. An appellate provision has been included, allowing officers penalised under the rules to file an appeal within 45 days of the order."The new penalty system comes at a time when unauthorised layouts are mushrooming in and around Bengaluru, driven largely by systemic corruption.
Irish Independent
09-05-2025
- General
- Irish Independent
Planning permission approved for accessibility improvements at Leitrim train station
Leitrim County Council has approved an application for accessibility improvements at Dromod Train Station on the Mohill Road. The application details the addition of a mobility impaired access structure (MIAS) that will be within the curtilage of six protected structures. The structure is a hybrid assembly of different concrete and steel elements including a pair of staircases (two flights each), free standing lift shafts, support portals, electrical services and a walkway. Associated works will include the removal of 10 car parking spaces, the relocation of three designated parking bays, provision of a new waiting shelter on platform two and repositioning of a wall to the MIAS on platform one. The application includes a temporary haul road at construction stage, and all other ancillary works. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared and was submitted to the planning authority with the application. The planning permission has been approved subject to nine conditions. One of the conditions centres on the Mobility Impaired Accessibility Structure which is to be relocated 20 metres in a northward (Carrick-on-Shannon) direction further along the platform from that shown on the Site Layout Plan submitted to the Planning Authority. This will necessitate the repositioning of the proposed Waiting Shelter and the extension of the existing platform in addition to amending the proposed car parking layout to ensure that the accessible car parking spaces are located proximate to the relocated Mobility Impaired Accessibility Structure. The existing pedestrian entrance serving Dromod Station shall not be altered to facilitate the proposed development, and the adjoining stone wall shall be retained to the maximum extent possible and practicable. ADVERTISEMENT Prior to the commencement of development, a revised Site Layout Plan to a scale of 1:500 demonstrating compliance with this condition shall be submitted to the Planning Authority and the written agreement of the Planning Authority obtained with respect to same. Other conditions include that a noise and vibration management Plan shall be developed by the appointed contractor and noise levels shall not exceed permissible levels for construction works.
