Nursery to private dwelling at Cameron House Nursery, Edinburgh

“Listed building consent is sought for alterations associated with a planning application for a change of use from former children's nursery (Class 10) to private dwelling (Class 9).”

“The application has been amended removing the new access from the proposal and the associated external works. As a result, the application relates only to the internal alterations associated with the proposed change of use with no external works proposed.”

“The property is B-listed dating from circa 1930, recognised for the 22 secular stained glass panels showing children at play by William Wilson; designed for the school in 1937. Listed on 29.03.1996, LB ref. 43142. The B listed Cameron House is located to the south west of the site fronting Cameron House Avenue.”

“The site has been vacant since 2019 and is no longer in active nursery use. The surrounding area is predominantly residential in nature with Prestonfield Primary School located on the western side of Cameron House Avenue.”

“25/04329/FUL Cameron House Nursery 9 Cameron House Avenue Edinburgh EH16 5LF Change of use from former children's nursery (Class 10) to single private dwelling (Class 9), with internal alterations and the formation of a new access from Cameron Park through the boundary wall, providing delivery /drop off point, bicycle storage, and bin storage and new access stairs to the house. No external alterations are proposed to the listed building.”

“There is no pre-application process history.”

“It is recommended that this application be Granted subject to the details below.”

“The proposals have special regard to the desirability of preserving the building and its setting and will not adversely impact on its special architectural and historic interest. It is acceptable with regards to Section 14 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) (Scotland) Act 1997. There are no material considerations that outweigh this conclusion.”

“Historic Environment Scotland guidance on the 'Use and Adaptation of Listed Buildings' advises that the introduction of new uses to historic buildings is often necessary to secure their long-term preservation. While a change from its original use would result in some degree of impact, continued use is recognised as the most sustainable way to ensure its preservation.”

“In this instance, the building has been vacant since 2019, and its long-term future is considered to be at risk without a new use. The prolonged vacancy has resulted in deterioration of the building and has increased vandalism and general decline.”

“- Speculation regarding future use of the building; - Ownership of boundary wall and access arrangements; - Impact of construction on neighbouring residents; - Impact on traffic and car parking; - Flood risk and drainage; - Impact on local infrastructure and services; - Impact on environment and biodiversity; - Concerns regarding antisocial behaviour and vandalism;”

“25/04330/LBC - Report by the Chief Planning Officer To GRANT planning permission subject to the conditions and informatives as set out in section C of the report by the Chief Planning Officer. 4.8 – 4A Clarence Street, Edinburgh, EH3 5AF”

“No conditions are attached to this consent.”

“The works hereby permitted shall be commenced no later than the expiration of three years from the date of this consent.”