42 South Bridge Old Town Edinburgh EH1 1LL Data via plota.co.uk
Proposal
Install 2 No. dumb waiters and create a servery / counter area with kitchen to the upper floor. A short internal ramp is to be installed near the entrance. New external signage installed (as amended). Data via plota.co.uk
Application progress
This application is under consideration - no decision has been issued yet. Plota predicted a decision around 12 Sept 2026; it is now day 226.
Documents 1
Application forms 1
Site constraints 4
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Decision outlook
Day 226, past the statutory target. 87% of commercial and major works in Edinburgh are decided within thirteen weeks; extensions of time are common, and the council need not decide on the day. Last seen undecided on 9 Sept 2026.
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Public comments
No public comments yet.
Last counted 9 Sept 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Statutory expiry
- 28 Mar 2026
- Env. assessment
- No
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