Planning Responses
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Change of use of Longridge's Palace to play centre
Change of use of the Palace to a play centre was conditionally supported, as long as evidence is provided showing continued cinema use is not feasible. The plans show this scheme would be reversible.
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Replacement scheme for Derby Assembly Rooms
Whilst we made no overall comment or objection to a replacement development at the site of Derby's Assembly Rooms, we urged prioritisation of bringing forward replacement large-scale theatre in the city.
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Re-seating of Gallery level at Blackpool Grand
Listed building consent was supported for re-tiering to original levels within the Gallery and replacement of cushioned bench seating with standard seating, to improve comfort and enable greater use of this level.
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Revisions to Cambridge Arts Theatre development
Amended plans for alterations to the theatre's roof were supported as the Arts Theatre's masterplan for development moves to its next stage following the completion of works to the auditorium and front of house.
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Objection to MUGA proposal next to Brighton Open Air Theatre
Objection was submitted to plans to install a Multi Use Games Area next to Brighton Open Air Theatre because its performances would be disrupted. We urged an alternative location or for its operating hours to be restricted.
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Replacement ceiling within Spilsby Theatre project
Listed building consent for replacement of the auditorium ceiling due to its poor condition, although with retention of decorative floral embellishments, was supported.
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Box office alterations at the West End's Dominion Theatre
Listed building consent was supported for reversible alterations within the theatre's box office to create additional back office space.
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Revisions to Maltings scheme in Berwick-Upon-Tweed
An application for variation of planning conditions to enable an amended design with altered internal layout was supported.
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Revised scheme for Yeovil's Octagon Theatre expansion
Planning permission was supported for a new scheme which has responded to a reduced budget for this project, providing a front of house extension, additional facilities, accessibility and energy efficiency improvements.
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Roof and ventilation improvements at Carver Theatre
Planning permission for re-roofing and installation of air conditioning vents was supported.
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Revisions to Spilsby Theatre scheme
Revised listed building consent was supported for amendments to the restoration and refurbishment project to bring Spilsby Theatre back to operation, including revised WC positions, improved evacuation and additional rainwater goods.
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Strip-out for investigative works at Derby's Guildhall Theatre
Listed building consent for the removal of seating, raked floor, modern partitions and a window to enable insertion of scaffolding and the undertaking of floor and ceiling inspections was supported.