Building refurbishment at Former Subway building, Blackburn

“Proposed development: Full Planning Application (Regulation 4) for: External alterations to materials to gable elevation and boundary wall and replacement of rear windows, rainwater goods and flat roof. Change in land levels with retaining walls and installation of air conditioning units and extraction ducting at the rear.”

“The site is, as defined by the red edged Local Plan below (Cassidy & Ashton, Sept 2025), relates to 3-7 Blakey Moor, measuring approximately 340sqm. It holds a key position within the Northgate CA, partially fronting Blakey Moor, adjoining the Ribblesdale Tap Public House. The building is not listed.”

“The two storey building features a traditional brick façade typical of Blackburn's 19 th century commercial architecture. Its design includes large shopfront windows and decorative cornicing, contributing to the Victorian-era streetscape of Blakey Moor. The building has been vacant since early 2020 and is showing clear signs of deterioration, mainly due to a leaking flat roof…”

“The repair of the existing hardwood timber sliding slash windows to the front elevation and the refurbishment of the double main entrance is welcomed. As confirmed in the Design Access and Heritage Statement, their repair will maintain the original character of the principal elevation of the building.”

“Overall, the proposed works are found to be sympathetic to the historical character of the building whilst securing its functionality, as well as complementary within its evolving surroundings. Accordingly, they would cause no discernible level of harm or loss of significance to the heritage assets, identified as the Northgate Conservation Area and several nearby listed buildings, most notably the Grade II listed King George’s Hall, the Grade…”

“Decision under Town and Country Planning Acts and Regulations –”

“RESOLVED – Approved subject to the conditions highlighted in the Director’s report.”