Two George Hotel planning applications  

Refurbishment and redevelopment of the George Hotel (including partial demolition, partial reconstruction and extension) to provide a 108-bedroom hotel with bar, restaurant, gym, conference facilities and ancillary facilities (Listed Building and within a Conservation Area)

And

Listed Building Consent for refurbishment and redevelopment of the George Hotel (including partial demolition, partial reconstruction, extension and internal and external works and alterations) to provide a 108-bedroom hotel with bar, restaurant, gym, conference facilities and ancillary facilities (Listed Building and within a Conservation Area)

Planning applications 2025/48/91147/W and 2025/65/91148/W (click on the links to see the full applications).

On behalf of Huddersfield Civic Society:

Huddersfield Civic Society strongly supports the ongoing proposals to bring the George Hotel back into use. Its prime town centre location, as well as the urgent need for quality town centre hotel space, makes these applications a necessity that should be welcomed.

However, we have some concerns regarding details contained in the submitted drawings.

The building’s redevelopment is necessary, but the new design could have been more sensitive to the original historical character of the building and historical urban context it sits within.

The alterations to the windows on the façade facing John William Street, though understandable for interior bedroom layouts, diverge from the original features.

The large glazing strip replacing the historic roof feature does not seem to fit well with its surroundings. Its excessive height, assuming extended to the roof level to hide the plant compound inside, feels out of proportion comparing to windows and features on other levels.

We would appreciate if these comments were noted going forward.