Six-bedroom residential flat at First Floor Front, 22 Bannatyne Street, Lanark

“Site Description 2.1. The applicant seeks detailed planning consent for the change of use from class 2 offices to a six-bedroom residential flat on the first floor of 22 Bannatyne Street, Lanark. The application site is located in Lanark town centre and conservation area.”

“Description of Proposed Development 3.1. The proposal relates to the entire first floor of 22 Bannatyne Street. The ground floor is currently in commercial use and divided into four separate units. The proposal seeks to convert the existing commercial accommodation, located within Lanark town centre and conservation area, into a six bedroom flat.”

“Relevant Planning History 4.1. No relevant planning history.”

“Conclusion The proposal seeks planning permission for the formation of flatted units on the upper floor of a town centre building, previously occupied by a commercial business, with ground-level access and existing retail units below. The application involves only internal alterations to the layout and a change in use, with no modifications to the external appearance or finishes of the building, which is considered appropriate within the conservation area.”

“Reason for Decision 12.1. The site is in a town centre, is suitable for residential use, and the design is suitable for the surrounding area. There is no significant adverse impact on amenity, public safety or the local environment. The proposal complies with Policies 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 27 of National Planning Framework 4 (adopted 2023) and Policies 1, 2, 5, 14, DM1 and NHE6 of South Lanarkshire Local Development Plan 2 (adopted 2021).”

“Consultations 6.1. Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services – No objection but they advise that there is not sufficient parking for the proposed development which would normally require 3 car parking spaces. Response: Noted.”

“Environmental Services – No objection to the proposal subject to a condition regarding residential waste control. Response: Noted.”

“Representation(s) 7.1. Following the statutory period of neighbour notification and advertisement published in the Lanark Gazette in respect of this application, a total of nine objections have been received. The issues raised are summarised as follows:-”

“Material Considerations • Impacts on drainage • Concerns regarding parking for the proposed development • Concerns regarding future use of short-term let accommodation/HMO/B&B and the noise generated by this use • Concerns regarding local infrastructure and utilities • Strain on waste facilities • Not an appropriate use for the building…”

“There followed a discussion on the application during which an officer responded to a member’s question on an aspect of the report.”

“The Committee decided: that planning application P/25/1047 by Foyle Property Management for the change of use from Class 2 offices to a 6-bedroom residential flat at first floor front, 22 Bannatyne Street, Lanark be granted subject to the conditions specified in the Executive Director’s report.”