143-bedroom hotel at Centrum House, Edinburgh

“Several category B listed buildings are in proximity to the site, the nearest being the adjacent buildings to the south at 13-24 Fettes Row (inclusive numbers) and 104 and 106 Dundas Street (reference: LB28755, listed on 10 November 1966).”

“The site is mainly level, with a gradual rise from north to south up Dundas Street. The former buildings on site were enclosed by a plinth with railings (the section on Fettes Row and Dundas Street will be retained), along with nine street trees that were located within the hard landscaping of the basement lightwell to the front of the buildings.”

“Demolition of existing building and erection of mixed use development including residential, office, retail and café/restaurant uses. Pre-application Consultation approved. 2 October 2020”

“Demolition of existing building and erection of hotel (Class 7) with ancillary restaurant and bar. Pre-application Consultation approved. 6 January 2026”

“The proposal is acceptable with regards to Sections 59 and 64 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) (Scotland) Act 1997 as it will not harm the setting of the listed buildings and will preserve the character and appearance of the conservation area.”

“Overall, the development is in accordance with the development plan. The revised scheme will deliver a sustainable, high quality and well-designed development which will enliven and activate this corner site. The proposals include design features that will contribute to climate mitigation and adaptation, as well as encouraging biodiversity.”

“NAME: Environmental Protection COMMENT: Environmental Protection offers no objections to the application subject to the application of conditions to control noise levels from plant and kitchen extraction, ensure that the kitchen ventilation system is adequate, and restrict deliveries and collections, including waste collections, to between 0700 and 1900 hours daily. DATE: 24 April 2026”

“NAME: Transport Planning COMMENT: No objections to the application subject to the application of conditions/informatives as appropriate regarding accessibility, electric cycles and electric vehicle charging points, and contruction works. DATE: 1 June 2026”

“A total of 23 public representations were received. These comprise 12 objections, including from the New Town and Broughton Community Council, three neutral comments from Edinburgh World Heritage, and eight supporting comments, summarised as follows:”

“Amenity - noise and disturbance associated with licensed premises in primarily residential neighbourhood, and from hotel guests coming and going; - supporting technical documents rely on theoretical modelling and do not reflect reality of 24-hour hotel operation in such close proximity to residential properties; - loss of privacy and noise for residents due to Level 01 balconies; - proposed electricity sub-station directly adjacent to neighbouring residential property, so…”

“26/01504/FUL - Report by the Chief Planning Officer To GRANT planning permission subject to the reasons, conditions and informatives as set out in section C of the report by the Chief Planning Officer.”