243 homes approved at historic Gardiner Haskins building despite objections
Proposed regeneration on hold for now after listed building application referred to secretary of state
13:25, 29 APR 2021
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A £175million transformation of a landmark Bristol building, including a new 20-storey tower block, has been approved despite objections from neighbours and heritage guardians.
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Planners defer decision on regeneration of historic Gardiner Haskins building
By Adam Postans, Thursday Apr 1, 2021
Councillors have delayed a decision on controversial plans to regenerate a landmark Bristol building and create a 20-storey tower block amid concerns over the number of affordable homes.
Development control committee members were recommended to approve the £175m transformation of the Grade II-listed Soapworks, formerly home to Gardiner Haskins, in Old Market, which would support 2,000 local jobs.
But they were uneasy about the “unusual” amount of flexibility that granting permission would give developers First Base, while several prominent consultees, including Historic England, objected.
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