New wall opening at Nelson Street, Lancaster

“25/01318/LB Listed building application for the creation of a new opening in an existing wall. Castle Ward A”

“The new access is a relatively minor insertion into the boundary wall, given the overall length of the existing wall, which forms both the southern and western boundary of the site. The scheme also seeks to make use of the quoin design feature for the new entrance, the materials for which will be relocated from the existing wall. The proposed railings are simple in their design and form.”

“Consequently, this minor change is considered to be undertaken sympathetically and will result in a neutral impact on the significance of the identified heritage asset. As such, there is no requirement to weigh up the public benefits of the scheme.”

“The proposed development is considered to have a neutral impact upon the identified heritage assets, including the conservation area. It also facilitates improved pedestrian safety and linkages within the area, without adverse impacts to existing trees on site.”

“That Listed Building Consent BE GRANTED subject to the following conditions:”

“The Conservation Officer raises no objections to the scheme, subject to full details of the proposed railings to be secured by a suitable condition.”

“It was proposed by Councillor Louise Belcher and seconded by Councillor Keith Budden:”

“Upon being put to the vote, 11 Councillors voted in favour of the proposal with none against and no abstentions, whereupon the Chair declared the proposal to have been carried.”

“That the application be approved subject to the following conditions:”

“Time limit. 2. Approved plans. 3. Details of the proposed Railings.”