Co-operative store site, 19 Northgate, Almondbury. Erection of block of 6 flats

Planning application 2020/91919

Co-operative store site, 19 Northgate, Almondbury. Erection of block of 6 flats
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This is a revised application and to see the full application click here.

Comments made on behalf of Huddersfield Civic Society.

As stated at the time of the original submission, while there is no doubt the existing supermarket building is a negative element within the townscape of this important and historic Conservation Area, the proposal to replace it considered to be unacceptable.

In our opinion, this is because:
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* The scale of the development, comprising one large structure, is over -intensification of the site and is out of character with surrounding properties within the conservation area.

* The introduction of flat roofs to reduce the impact of the size of the development is entirely inconsistent with roofs within the locality and surrounding listed buildings.

* The development should be constructed of coursed York stone to all elevations.

* The over-intensive use of the site allows no room for green space to alleviate the impact of the structure, which has a negative impact on adjacent properties and their amenities.

* The police security proposal is completely inappropriate, making no allowance for the conservation status of the location. The fencing recommendations would prevent appropriate sight lines for the proposed new Co-op site access and the site access.

* It is felt any development should recognise the traditional street frontage with dwellings fronting on to the pavement with the possible creation of a secure archway access to rear parking for a reduced number of dwellings.

* The Design and Access Statement is misleading and we reject the claim that ‘the proposal has been designed to fit seamlessly within the surrounding area.’