Some good points, Scott. It's good to think about all aspects of things.
Moira
On Wed, Apr 14, 2021 at 6:04 AM Scott Royal <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
Thanks Mike
I don't wish to object either way.
If they build what the planning application suggests, then it looks likes
a high quality development. With prices for 3 bed flats expected at £500k
then it will need to be.
Also if it is aimed at older people wishing to downsize then it could a)
bring further diversity to the local demographics, b) bring wealthier
spenders for local shops and restaurants, c) free up other properties
elsewhere for families etc.
I appreciate that there's a number of ifs there.
However I do agree that there are legitimate concerns which could be
raised by Ecco as a comment on the application. Scale and design for
example - this isn't a conservation area, but is it an opportunity to make
the point that we should be?
Also construction management (such as hours of working, location of site
cabins, times and routes of site deliveries) will be conditioned in any
approval and again is something I'd support a comment on. Given that it's
residents parking around here, arrangements for contractors parking is also
something I'd be keen to push for.
I've mulled over the access point on Brocco Bank and drawn my own
conclusion that it's not a problem - as long as the electric roller barrier
is speedy and efficient. It's a very small number of vehicle movements and
the visibility is good. It might also help to achieve my personal aim for a
reduced speeds on Brocco Bank, including 20mph limit.
Anyway, those are my thoughts.
Regards
Scott
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On Mon, 12 Apr 2021 at 10:14, Mike and Jan Andrews
<botanic88@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi
There is a Planning Application to demolish 15 Brocco Bank and replace it
with eight family flats with vehicle access onto Brocco Bank.
There has been some discussion about this Planning Application on
ECCOtalk. Three people have objections to it, wholly or in part.
I think the question now is whether we want ECCO to object to the Planning
Application:
(a) as a group, or
(b) as individuals.
It would be helpful if can spare a moment to reply to this email to say
which you prefer.
I have put the suggested text for a group objection, and also the link to
find the details of the Planning Application, below.
Thanks in advance.
Mike
*Suggested text*
*We object to an old stone building being demolished when there appears to
be no valid reason to do so. preservation could be achieved. This area of
botanical gardens and Endcliffe park has old stone buildings as part of its
rich heritage as indeed has much of Sheffield and this building is no
exception. This no reason to let this type of development erode our
heritage of fine buildings. It’s quite possible to refurbish and upgrade.
*The new building is out of character with the surrounding buildings and
out of character with the nearby botanical gardens
* The new building may accommodate a far greater number or residents There
are 38 bed spaces to the new site whereas the present building has 16 bed
spaces thus potentially doubling the number of people living there. This
could increase the numbers of cars using the site and equally increase
traffic in the surrounding area
* Currently car access to the building is at the back of the house from
Botanical rd. The proposal to change access to the front of the building on
Brocco bank is likely to cause more traffic problems in an already
overcrowded area
*Link to the Council Planning Site*
https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/home/planning-development/search-view-comment
