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retention of internal alterations to previous approved plans under 20/155 including the following: 1. Conversion of attic of 528.41sq.m. floor area for the provision of 9 no. bedrooms, associated stairs and lift core. 2. Alterations to previously approved layout of ground floor in relation to 11 no. bedrooms, storage and staircase locations. 3. Alterations to previously approved layout on first floor in relation to bedroom, storage and staircase locations. 4. Repurposing of existing ground floor meeting room (62.00sq.m.) to additional kitchen and laundry facilities. 5. All associated site development work Significant further information received relates to submitted, Bus time table, site layout plan, Certificate of compliance and Environmental Protection Checklist
Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate compliance with Policy WSP 1 regarding the change of use from a commercial hotel to an accommodation centre for protected persons and the lack of a required Capacity Assessment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with Policy WSP 1 and Section 15.10.8 of the County Development Plan 2025-2031, which requires proposals for accommodation centres to be located within serviced settings with adequate access to employment and services.
- The current exclusive use of the premises for accommodating protected persons contradicts the permitted commercial hotel use and previous planning commitments made under file 20/155 to restore the hotel for tourism purposes.
- Insufficient information was provided to assess the impact of the development on the local community, including the lack of a Capacity Assessment and details regarding transport, accessibility, and wastewater treatment capacity.