Hotel extensions at Hilton Hotel, Newbridge

“The application proposes two extensions to the hotel to provide an enlarged restaurant area and a new guest accommodation block. Further associated works include changes to parking and landscaping.”

“Within the wider site, an additional arm will be added to the internal roundabout to provide new access to the parking area. Car parking on site will be reduced to 243 spaces, an additional 8 cycle parking spaces will be provided in a secure store.”

“The site is the Doubletree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport Hotel, built circa 1990s, and accommodates 185 bedrooms. Its formation comprises two main bedroom wings extending out from a central core. The original building has been extended over the years to create a swimming pool and leisure club; additional meeting and conference facilities; and additional en-suite guest bedrooms.”

“The site is to the south of Edinburgh Airport, and most of the surrounding area include hotels and businesses associated with the airport. The Edinburgh Tramline and Gogar Burn are located to the east of the site.”

“Relevant Site History No relevant site history.”

“The proposal complies with National Planning Framework 4, the Edinburgh Local Development Plan and the relevant non-statutory guidance. The principle of hotel use in this location is acceptable. The flooding and drainage of the sit have been considered appropriately. The design, scale and layout are appropriate for this site, and the development would not adversely impact upon amenity.”

“Subject to the recommended conditions and the conclusion of a legal agreement in relation to a tram contribution and West Edinburgh Transport Contribution the proposal hotel is acceptable and complies with the development plan. There are no material considerations which outweigh this conclusion. Therefore, the proposal is acceptable.”

“NAME: Edinburgh Airport COMMENT: No objection, subject to condition/informative. DATE: July 2025”

“NAME: Flood Planning COMMENT: Do not object. Does not comply with Council Flooding Guidance. DATE: October 2025”

“One general representation has been received, summarised as follows:”

“− No objection to the principle. − Concern for flooding on adjacent land.”

“25/02725/FUL – Report by the Chief Planning Officer To GRANT planning permission subject to the conditions, reasons and informatives as set out in section C of the report by the Chief Planning Officer.”