Plans to demolish derelict outbuildings and create flats behind Ruddington’s old butcher’s shop have been passed by Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC).
As we reported in February, the (then) empty premises and land behind it were bought last year by village entrepreneur Brian Perkins (of ‘Victoria Properties’) who is already the owner/landlord of several of Ruddington’s other shops. His company was responsible for the concept and construction of the adjacent ‘Courtyard’ precinct, off High Street, completed in September 2020.
His newly approved redevelopment to the rear of the existing retail unit at 15, Church Street includes a new, two storey building comprising three one bedroomed flats, plus a two bedroomed bedsit studio, along with single storey bike store – as shown in the plans [above and below] drawn up by Jackson Crane Architects.
Their design and access statement explains: “The … development at the rear of 15 Church Street has been carefully and sensitively considered with the choice of design and appropriate materials that are sensitive to the character and appearance of the Ruddington Conservation Area and the setting of 17 and 19 Church Street. There will be no harm to the heritage assets. The application Site is well contained and cannot be viewed from the street. Currently the dilapidated and derelict buildings contribute little to the character and appearance of the Ruddington Conservation Area. The … development is of an appropriate scale, design and materials that leaves the character of the Conservation Area unharmed.”
Despite these reassurances, Ruddington Parish Council objected to the proposals – with concerns expressed about the lack of off-street parking for these further, village centre, residential properties. Last minute alterations were made to the plans to satisfy the concerns of RBC’s Conservation Officer before Victoria Properties’ final submission.
The authority’s decision to grant them planning permission [dated 21st August 2023] includes a condition that: “The dwellings shall not be occupied until secure, covered cycle parking has been provided in accordance with the approved plans. The cycle parking shall thereafter be retained for the life of the development.”
Whether any of the new residents will actually be cyclists, rather than car owners, remains to be seen!
You can read further details about these approved plans [23/01145/FUL] >>HERE<<.
{Our thanks to Craig Baum for his valued input}
