The planning committee has rejected the proposal to demolish the Hollins Hey Hotel. Seeing the heritage of this building recognized is a relief and speaks to the value of our collective commitment to local history. It is important that we remain observant as the future of the site is determined.
March 17, 2019
Final supporters
PETITION against Planning Application reference: APP/18/01443
Hollins Hey Hotel, 191 VICTORIA ROAD, NEW BRIGHTON,
Proposed demolition of existing hotel and replacement with 14 no. apartments and associated car parking.
We the undersigned respectfully request that Wirral Council’s Planning Committee refuses the above planning application on the following grounds:
The planning application is little changed from an earlier application (reference APP/17/01387) refused by Wirral Council on 18 May 2018. Consequently, it is entirely appropriate that this application is also refused;
The planning application takes no account of the existing building's heritage value – which dates from the 1880’s. As stated in national planning policy, it is a ‘’non-listed heritage asset’’ and in accordance with the Council's own Validation Checklist the applicant should be required to commission an independent Heritage Assessment so that the merits of the existing building can be understood and weighed in the balance in formulating a decision on the application;
Notwithstanding the above, our strong preference is for the building’s retention and that all alternative uses are explored, including residential use, in order to give the building a viable future. This approach has been successful nearby, where old buildings have needed a new purpose. For example, at the former PH on Albion Street and in relation to the former Chelsea Reach nightclub on Victoria Road.
The planning application fails to demonstrate that the proposed block of flats represents good design as required by the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) 2018. In view of the previous refusal on design grounds and the strong opposition to the proposal, it is considered entirely appropriate that the Council presents the application for an independent review of the proposed development’s design prior to taking a decision; and
The quality of information provided with the application - in order to allow the local community to assess the development’s impact - is poor. Nonetheless, it is clear that proposed 5-storey building is entirely at odds with the character of immediate buildings and the wider area. The development, because of its poorly conceived modern design and external appearance would be an alien and inappropriate feature and would have a negative and detrimental impact upon the character of the adjacent buildings and the appearance of the wider street scene. As a result, the proposal is contrary to national planning policy. It is also contrary to Wirral Council’s own planning policies.
In the event that the Council wish to approve the application, we request that Planning Committee first undertake a visit to Hollins Hey to view the site and surrounding.
Updates
Reached 100 supporters
January 20, 2019
40 Comments
It would be more than a shame to demolish such a heritage building and would much prefer to see it converted into apartments.
Sorry to see another historic building under threat. You only have to look at Liverpool and how they regret knocking down the old buildings in 1970/80s.
We live close by and find it hard to park as it is, without extra parking spaces needed, not withstanding the proposed parking facilities to accompany the flats. It does not consider the needs of the community.
I married here 11 years ago, to have such a beautiful hotel destroyed seems so wrong. I want to be able to show my children the building in years to come, no matter what the internal function.....it should remain standing
I live on Victoria road. There are enough characterless flats that have been built that ruin the architecture of the road as it is without another souless building adding to it.
Preserve this beautiful hotel which is full of character
NO NO NO!
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The planning committee has rejected the proposal to demolish the Hollins Hey Hotel. Seeing the heritage of this building recognized is a relief and speaks to the value of our collective commitment to local history. It is important that we remain observant as the future of the site is determined.
March 17, 2019
Final supporters
PETITION against Planning Application reference: APP/18/01443
Hollins Hey Hotel, 191 VICTORIA ROAD, NEW BRIGHTON,
Proposed demolition of existing hotel and replacement with 14 no. apartments and associated car parking.
We the undersigned respectfully request that Wirral Council’s Planning Committee refuses the above planning application on the following grounds:
The planning application is little changed from an earlier application (reference APP/17/01387) refused by Wirral Council on 18 May 2018. Consequently, it is entirely appropriate that this application is also refused;
The planning application takes no account of the existing building's heritage value – which dates from the 1880’s. As stated in national planning policy, it is a ‘’non-listed heritage asset’’ and in accordance with the Council's own Validation Checklist the applicant should be required to commission an independent Heritage Assessment so that the merits of the existing building can be understood and weighed in the balance in formulating a decision on the application;
Notwithstanding the above, our strong preference is for the building’s retention and that all alternative uses are explored, including residential use, in order to give the building a viable future. This approach has been successful nearby, where old buildings have needed a new purpose. For example, at the former PH on Albion Street and in relation to the former Chelsea Reach nightclub on Victoria Road.
The planning application fails to demonstrate that the proposed block of flats represents good design as required by the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) 2018. In view of the previous refusal on design grounds and the strong opposition to the proposal, it is considered entirely appropriate that the Council presents the application for an independent review of the proposed development’s design prior to taking a decision; and
The quality of information provided with the application - in order to allow the local community to assess the development’s impact - is poor. Nonetheless, it is clear that proposed 5-storey building is entirely at odds with the character of immediate buildings and the wider area. The development, because of its poorly conceived modern design and external appearance would be an alien and inappropriate feature and would have a negative and detrimental impact upon the character of the adjacent buildings and the appearance of the wider street scene. As a result, the proposal is contrary to national planning policy. It is also contrary to Wirral Council’s own planning policies.
In the event that the Council wish to approve the application, we request that Planning Committee first undertake a visit to Hollins Hey to view the site and surrounding.
Updates
Reached 100 supporters
January 20, 2019
40 Comments
This building was built approx 1870. If this building is demolished it would be a great loss to the area. What is happening to New Brighton? Since the hotel Victoria was demolished everything that has been built looks wrong and makes the area look a mess.
It would be more than a shame to demolish such a heritage building and would much prefer to see it converted into apartments.
Sorry to see another historic building under threat. You only have to look at Liverpool and how they regret knocking down the old buildings in 1970/80s.
We live close by and find it hard to park as it is, without extra parking spaces needed, not withstanding the proposed parking facilities to accompany the flats. It does not consider the needs of the community.
I married here 11 years ago, to have such a beautiful hotel destroyed seems so wrong. I want to be able to show my children the building in years to come, no matter what the internal function.....it should remain standing
I live on Victoria road. There are enough characterless flats that have been built that ruin the architecture of the road as it is without another souless building adding to it.
Preserve this beautiful hotel which is full of character
NO NO NO!
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This building was built approx 1870. If this building is demolished it would be a great loss to the area. What is happening to New Brighton? Since the hotel Victoria was demolished everything that has been built looks wrong and makes the area look a mess.