Six temporary accommodation flats at Earlsmere Hotel, Kingston upon Hull
Summary of planning committee decision
Decided by Hull Planning Committee on 29 Jul 2026.
What was proposed
The application sought six temporary accommodation flats from the former hotel, with replacement windows and doors and one blocked-up rear window.
“Application No. 26/00287/FULL Proposal Change of use of hotel (C1) to 6 no. dwellings (C3) (to provide temporary accommodation) External alterations including replacement of existing windows and doors and blocking up of 1 first floor window on east elevation at rear…”
Officer report
The site and surroundings
The vacant former hotel occupies two adjoining properties in a mainly residential area and lies within the Spring Bank West conservation area.
“The site comprises 2 adjacent properties located on the north side of Sunny Bank, on the corner with Brandesburton Street. The site is currently vacant but last used as a hotel (C1 Use). The site is located within a predominantly residential area. The adjacent property to the…”
Officer report
Earlier applications
Permission was granted in 2024 to change the hotel into two homes, while earlier applications included a refused children’s home and approved parking proposals.
“PLANNING HISTORY Various, but most relevant: 23/01535/FULL – Change of use of hotel to 2 dwellings – approved 26.09.2024 05/01696/COU – Change of use from hotel to children’s home – refused 01.03.2006 96/00359/PF - 1. Change of use from hotel to serviced and/or self-catering apartments/hotel 2.”
Officer report
The committee decision
Councillor Henry moved approval subject to conditions, Councillor Randall seconded it, and the motion was carried.
“Moved by Councillor Henry and seconded by Councillor Randall:”
“That the above application be approved, subject to conditions, as detailed in the Planning Schedule.”
Minutes
Sources
- Hull Planning Committee minutes, 29 July 2026
- Agenda and papers (council website)
Source: Plota analysis of Hull's committee minutes and officer report. Quotations are the council's own words; headings and summaries are Plota's.
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