Council / Planning round-up 1 September
URGENT remedial intervention is required on external parts of the side extension on the Royal Bank of Scotland branch in Lerwick, with plans submitted for the construction of a new roof and repairs to damaged blockwork.
The first floor of the extension on the side of the listed building would also be removed.
A planning application highlights how ‘Sullom blocks’ were used in the construction of the extension, which deteriorate over time and has affected other Shetland properties.
ANOTHER listed building in Shetland is in line for repair – this time in Scalloway.
Plans have been lodged for work on the Westshore building, which is located within the Malakoff boatyard.
The building dates to the middle of the 19th Century and has links to the Shetland Bus wartime operation.
However it is said to be in deteriorating condition, with major issues identified in areas such as gable cracking, water ingress and rotten sarking boards.
Among the proposals is the removal of the failed slate roof, replacing it with an aluminium roof covering.
Malcolmson Architects said in a planning statement that the proposed works are “considered a pragmatic, proportionate and reversible response to urgent defects” while keeping open the opportunity for “sensitive, comprehensive restoration” in the future.
PLANNING permission in principle has been sought for a development of five homes in Wormadale.
The application, from Cecil Eunson, includes a proposed extension of the public road, as well as a new turning point.
PLANS have also been submitted to turn the Uyeasound Kirk in Unst into a domestic property.
A supporting statement said the client proposes to convert the kirk into a self-catering holiday home offering respite accommodation, with a focus on supporting individuals and families who have experienced hardship, loss or challenging life circumstances.
The kirk, which was built in 1843, was among the properties sold off by the Church of Scotland in recent years as it sought to reduce its estate in Shetland.
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