Summary:
- Edinburgh Council planning officials recommend approval for Longstone (2) Limited’s proposal to convert the former Club 3000 site in Leith into 201 student accommodation units, citing compliance with student housing policy and conservation area requirements.
- The development retains the historic building’s character while adding extensions deemed not harmful to the conservation area, addressing local regeneration goals despite diverging from the site’s original mainstream housing allocation.
- The application has drawn mixed public response, with 35 objections focused on community and sustainability concerns, while supporters highlight the project’s potential to revitalize a tired area and complement nearby developments.
Original article:
https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/25421828.plans-convert-bingo-hall-student-flats-backed/
