C - 25-1024-PP - Paisley Grammar FINAL
Renfrewshire Council · 25 August 2026
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Planning and Climate Change Policy Board: 25 August 2026 Report by Chief Planning Officer Reference No 25/1024/PP Application Type Planning Permission (Major) Proposal Demolition of wings and rear buildings at Paisley Grammar School and erection of flatted development on vacated land, including conversion of original school to flats Location Paisley Grammar School, Glasgow Road, Paisley, PA1 3RP Ward 3 – Paisley North East and Ralston Community Council Paisley East and Whitehaugh Community Council Applicant Mr Richard McFadzean, NIXON Partnership Homes (PG) Ltd Recommendation Grant subject to conditions All plans, reports, documents and representations relating to this application can be viewed in full online at https://pl-bs.renfrewshire.gov.uk/online- applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=documents&keyVal=T7AWZZMWFGB00 This report fulfils the requirements of regulation 16, Schedule 2, paragraphs 3(c) and 4 of The Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (Scotland) Regulations 2013. The report is presented to the Planning and Climate Change Policy Board in line with the Council's Scheme of Delegation. In this instance, the proposal falls within the ‘Major’ category of development as defined within The Town and Country Planning (Hierarchy of Developments) (Scotland) Regulations 2009. Proposal This application seeks planning permission for the demolition of wings and rear buildings at Paisley Grammar School, and the erection of a flatted residential development on the vacated land within the school grounds. The development also includes the retention and conversion of the original school building to flats. Ther original school building (along with the former Janitors Lodge and boundary wall, railings, gates and gate piers along the Glasgow Road frontage) are B listed. The alterations to the retained school building to convert it to residential use, and the associated impact on its character as a building of special historical and architectural significance, will be assessed through the concurrent listed building application 25/1050/LB. The proposed development comprises of 115 flats. 92 flats are split across five proposed blocks, with the conversion of the retained school building housing 23 flats. Three of the new build blocks (blocks 2, 3 and 4) are positioned on the southern boundary of the site fronting Crossflat Crescent. These blocks are five stories in height with dual pitched roofs and are finished in grey concrete roof tiles and blonde facing brick. Two of the new build blocks (blocks 1 and 5) are positioned either side of the retained school building fronting Glasgow Road to the north. These blocks are four stories in height with dual pitched roofs and are finished in grey concrete roof tiles and red facing brick. The remainder of the proposed layout incorporates parking areas (161 spaces), internal access roads and landscaped areas. Existing vehicular and pedestrian accesses from Glasgow Road and Mckerrell Street are retained, with additional pedestrian access also formed along the southern boundary. The layout also includes provision for cycle storage and bin storage.
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Site Description The application site extends to 1.55 hectares in area. It comprises the original school building and the associated extensions to the sides and rear. These buildings are bound by parking and playground space to the front and sides. There is a landscape buffer comprising of mown grass and mature trees along the northern boundary of the site. Boundary treatment comprises of low stone walls with railings, and hedgerows. The former Janitors Lodge, which does not form part of the development, is positioned in the north east corner of the site. The site is located within a predominantly residential area however there are also a mix of commercial uses along Glasgow Road which bounds the site to the north. Mckerrell Street and Crossflat Crescent, where the predominant built form is four storey tenements, bound the site to the east, west and south. Pre-Application Consultation with Officers The Scottish Government strongly encourages constructive pre-application discussions between prospective applicants and the planning authority. Pre-application discussions seek to identify key planning considerations at an early stage and help inform what supporting information is required to support a subsequent application. Pre-application discussions have taken place, focusing on the scale, design and orientation of the flatted blocks, and the conversion of the original school building. Negotiated Improvements Following submission, there have been changes to the design of the flatted blocks and the layout of the site. Principally, blocks one and five which flank the original school building have been reduced to four stories in height. This change was requested to address concerns over the originally proposed five storey height of these blocks, and the associated over dominating impact on the listed building which was of detriment to its setting. In lieu of this change the total number of flats proposed has fallen from 123 to 115. The principal change within the site layout is the relocation of a portion of the parking to the periphery of the site which in turn allows for an increase in tree planting and green space within the interior of the site. These changes are considered to better reflect the setting of the listed building and enhance the overall amenity of the development. The proposal has also been updated to include off site improvement works to the surrounding road network. Site History The planning history for the site is as follows; if no history is listed then planning has no record of previous applications for the site. Application No: 25/1050/LB Description: External and internal alterations associated with conversion of Paisley Grammar building to residential flats comprising of installation of new windows, reconfiguration and reinstate of existing windows, new pitch roof gables, removal of plant room, internal reconfigurations to layout and demolition of 1960 wing extensions to each side of the main school building Decision: Pending Consideration Application No: 23/0742/PAN Description: Proposal of Application Notice (PAN) for redevelopment of Paisley Grammar School site for residential development Decision: Accepted
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Application No: 10/0110/LB Description: Formation of new public and pupil reception areas including the installation of partitions, new openings and alterations to internal layout. Decision: Grant subject to conditions Application No: 08/1043/LB Description: Renewal / repair of existing slates, leadwork, gutters, downpipes, flat roofs and walkways. Replacement of rooflights and repair / rendering of gables and parapets Decision: Grant subject to conditions Application No: 07/0330/LB Description: Re-covering of existing flat roof extensions with built up proprietary insulated system, and replacement of existing windows with double glazed steel and timber windows Decision: Grant subject to conditions Application No: 07/0329/PP Description: Re-covering of existing flat roof extensions with built up proprietary insulated system, and replacement of existing windows with double glazed steel and timber windows. Decision: Grant subject to conditions Application No: 02/0095/LB Description: Installation of platform stair lifts on 1st and 2nd floor (west wing) of central building to provide wheelchair access Decision: Grant subject to conditions Consultations ▪ Councils Environmental Protection Service – No objection subject to condition relating to submission of a site investigation and remediation strategy with respect to potential land contamination matters. It is noted that the Noise Impact Assessment has been reviewed and accepted. ▪ Councils Chief Executives Roads Development – No objections. Comments made with respect to connectivity and accessibility, servicing and bin collection, parking and off-site improvements. ▪ Scottish Water – No objections. ▪ Councils Education/Children’s Services – Developer contributions are required for both St. John Ogilvie Primary School, and St Andrew’s Academy. ▪ Historic Environment Scotland – No comment provided as the development does not reach the threshold for consultation (the development does not affect a category A listed building or its setting). However, it is noted that detailed feedback has been provided for the concurrent listed building application 25/1050/LB. ▪ Glasgow Airport Safeguarding – No objections. Advisory note required with regard to potential use of cranes during construction of the development. ▪ National Air Traffic Services (NATS) – No objections.
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▪ Council’s External Independent Residential Consultancy Surveyor (Rapleys) - undertook a review of the Financial Viability Assessment submitted by the applicant following the consultation response received from the Council’s Education/Children’s Services department. The review concludes that payment of the developer contribution requested would make it harder to deliver a profitable development and would therefore reduce the likelihood of the building returning to active use Representations The application has been publicised in line with the requirements of the relevant legislation. The following representations were received: ▪ Object - 3 ▪ Support - 0 ▪ Neutral - 0 The issues raised can be summarised as follows: 1. The design, scale and positioning of the proposed flatted blocks do not fit with the surrounding area and have a detrimental impact on the setting of the listed building. 2. Site layout lacks amenity and play space. 3. Lack of sunlight for north facing flats. 4. Additional trees should be planted. 5. Gates on Glasgow Road frontage need to be restored and re-hung, and split copings need replaced. 6. No air quality assessment has been submitted. 7. Noise impact exceeds World Health Organisation guidelines, and requires ‘sealed window’ living environment. 8. Lack of play provision. 9. Parking provision shortfall. 10. Address on proposal of Application Notice is incorrect. 11. Flood risk. 12. Application form states part of the site is an agricultural holding. 13. Design statement refers to a business centre. 14. The pre-application consultation report refers to a hotel development. 15. No Construction Environmental Management Plan has been submitted 16. No vibration assessment has been submitted. 17. No asbestos management plan has been submitted. 18. No construction noise assessment has been submitted. 19. No transport assessment has been submitted. 20. No drainage assessment has been submitted. 21. Overshadowing. 22. Loss of trees. 23. No affordable housing statement has been submitted. 24. Overdevelopment of the site to the detriment of amenity. 25. Sewage capacity 26. Risk of overheating due to south facing glazing and ‘sealed window’ living environment. 27. Traffic disruption, waste and air pollution. Policy Context In making any determination under the Planning Acts, regard is to be had to the development plan unless material considerations indicate otherwise. In this instance the Development Plan consists of National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) and the Renfrewshire Local Development Plan (2021) (LDP).
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The following provisions of the Development Plan are considered relevant to the determination of this application: National Planning Framework 4 ▪ Policy 1 - Tackling the climate and nature crises ▪ Policy 2 - Climate mitigation and adaptation ▪ Policy 3 - Biodiversity ▪ Policy 6 - Forestry, woodland and trees ▪ Policy 7 – Historic assets and places ▪ Policy 9 - Brownfield, vacant and derelict land and empty buildings ▪ Policy 12 - Zero waste ▪ Policy 13 - Sustainable transport ▪ Policy 14 - Design, quality and place ▪ Policy 15 - Local Living and 20-minute neighbourhoods ▪ Policy 16 - Quality homes ▪ Policy 18 – Infrastructure first ▪ Policy 19 – Heating and cooling ▪ Policy 20 – Blue and green infrastructure ▪ Policy 21 – Play, recreation and sport ▪ Policy 22 - Flood risk and water management ▪ Policy 25 – Community wealth building Full details relating to the policies of the NPF4 can be found online. Renfrewshire Local Development Plan ▪ Policy ENV2 - Natural Heritage ▪ Policy ENV3 – Built Heritage ▪ Policy I1 - Connecting Places ▪ Policy I3 - Flooding and Drainage ▪ Policy I5 - Waste Management ▪ Policy I7 – Zero and Low Carbon Buildings ▪ Policy I8 – Developer Contributions ▪ Policy P1 - Renfrewshire's Places ▪ Policy P3 - Housing Mix and Affordable Housing ▪ Policy P5 – Green/Blue Network Full details relating to the policies of the LDP can be found online. Other relevant policies and guidance ▪ Delivering the Infrastructure Strategy - Connecting Places ▪ Delivering the Infrastructure Strategy - Flooding and Drainage ▪ Delivering the Infrastructure Strategy - Provision for Waste Recycling in New Developments ▪ Delivering the Places Strategy - Creating Places ▪ Delivering the Places Strategy - Open Space Provision in New Developments ▪ Delivering the Environment Strategy - Trees, Woodlands and Forestry ▪ Delivering the Environment Strategy - Biodiversity ▪ Renfrewshire Planning and Development Tree Policy ▪ Renfrewshire's Places Residential Design Guide ▪ National Roads Development Guidance ▪ Developer Contributions (Education) Planning Guidance Submitted Reports and Assessments
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In assessing and reporting on a planning application the Council is required to provide details of any report or assessment submitted as set out in Regulation 16, Schedule 2, paragraph 4(c), (i) to (iv) of the Development Management Regulations. The following reports and assessments were submitted in support of the application: ▪ Design and Access Statement – Sets out an appraisal and analysis of the site and its surroundings before presenting the proposed design solution. It is noted that a number of different design options were tested before the proposed layout was determined to be the best option. This included taking into consideration comments received during the public consultation phase. The statement also includes an appraisal against relevant planning policies, and a response to pre-application comments raised by the Planning Authority. ▪ Pre-Application Consultation (PAC) Report March 2026 – The PAC report provides a summary of the feedback received at both events, and how this feedback has influenced the design of the development. The initial public event was held at the Grammar School on the 25th of September, with the second public event held on the 23rd of October at the same venue. 51 people attended the initial event, with 34 attending the second. ▪ Planning Supporting Statement April 2026 (School Conversion) – Provides further detail on the aspects of the development specifically related to the conversion of the school. This includes matters relating to internal and external alterations, and servicing. The statement notes that “the proposals have been developed to retain the key elements of the existing building wherever possible while achieving the practical and technical requirements of a conversion”. ▪ Stage 1 Bat Survey (Desk Study and Preliminary Roost Assessment) – The report concludes that no historic or fresh signs of bats were found in or on the school buildings. ▪ Arboricultural Impact Assessment and Tree Protection Plan January 2026 – Twenty-four individual trees have been surveyed at the site. Two Sycamore trees (T477 and T484) are recommended for removal due to their hazardous condition irrespective of the site development. Three trees (T498, T499 and T500 will be removed to accommodate the development. T498 is an A category tree, with T499 and T500 C category trees. It is noted that all other trees can be retained, and a Tree Protection Plan is proposed to safeguard this. It is noted that construction of new access roads and parking areas, SUDs and replacement hardstanding lie within the root protection area of two trees on the eastern boundary of the site, one tree on the western boundary of the site, and three teres on the northern boundary of the site. There should be no significant impact on these trees if excavation is undertaken by hand, with no change in ground levels. ▪ Daylight and Sunlight Study Rev 02 – The study assesses daylight and sunlight levels associated with the new build development and also impact on existing neighbouring properties. The study concludes that the development will offer future occupants a good level of daylight and sunlight, and all neighbouring properties assessed will not be impacted by the introduction of the proposed development. The recommended criteria for the daylight and sunlight tests as set out within the Building Research Establishment (BRE) guidance ‘Site Layout Planning for Daylight and Sunlight: a guide to good practice’ 2022 are met. ▪ Paisley Grammar ground Investigation Report and Geotechnical Design Report Version 1 26/01/2026 – Details the intrusive ground investigations that have been undertaken at
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the site. However, it is noted that these investigations are initial, and further investigation will be required to establish any risk to human health or the environment from contamination. Further intrusive ground investigations are therefore recommended. ▪ Noise Impact Assessment Rev 00 6th February 2026 – A survey of road traffic noise has been conducted, and noise levels have been predicted. Standards for outdoor amenity areas will be marginally exceeded however given proposal comprises of redevelopment of land within a town centre location, no further mitigation is proposed. On most facades, windows require to be closed to provide mitigation against road traffic noise. ▪ Transport Statement March 2026 – The site is conveniently located in terms of access to key amenities on foot, and a range of public transport connections. The proposed use would generate a significant reduction in peak hour trips compared to the previous use. Provision for parking, access and servicing can be accommodated. ▪ Level 2 Flood Risk Assessment 15th January 2026 – The site lies outwith any flood risk areas. A suitably designed drainage strategy will ensure that the runoff from the site into the existing drainage infrastructure will be equal to or less than that of current conditions. This will ensure flood risk to neighbours is not increased. ▪ Outline Sustainable Drainage System 15th January 2026 – The proposed Suds features will aim to provide betterment compared to the existing surface water runoff system. The Suds design promotes elements of treatment and attenuation primarily through filer trenches. ▪ Affordable Housing Statement – Acknowledges the requirement for affordable homes provision in line with the development plan requirements, and sets out in general terms how this will be delivered. ▪ Statement of Community Benefit July 2026 – Sets out the benefits associated with the development in line with NPF4 policy 16 requirements relating to meeting local housing requirements, enhancing local infrastructure, and improving residential amenity. ▪ Viability Statement – Provides a costing of the development and anticipated returns with regard to viability, and seeks to demonstrate that payment of any contributions, namely education provision, would render the development unviable. The statement has been developed in line with the Councils Planning Guidance on Developer Contributions (relating to Education). Scottish Ministers Direction In determining a planning application, the Council is required to provide details of any Direction made by Scottish Ministers under Regulation 30 (Directions requiring consultation), Regulation 31 (Directions requiring information), Regulation 32 (Directions restricting the grant of planning permission) and Regulation 33 (Directions requiring consideration of condition) of The Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (Scotland) Regulations 2013, or under Regulation 50 (that development is EIA development) of The Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Scotland) Regulations 2017. The Planning Authority were required to notify Scottish Ministers under the provisions of The Town and Country Planning (Notification of Applications) (10 or more homes on non- allocated land) (Scotland) Direction 2025. This has been fulfilled. Planning Assessment
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Section 25 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 requires decisions on planning applications to be made in accordance with the Development Plan unless material considerations indicate otherwise. The Development Plan comprises the National Planning Framework 4 (2023) and the adopted Renfrewshire Local Development Plan (2021). The fourth National Planning Framework (NPF4) provides the long-term national spatial strategy for planning in Scotland. It sets out the Scottish Government's current view on delivering sustainable, liveable and productive places through the application of spatial principles. The application site is located within an area covered by Policy P1 of the Local Development Plan (LDP). Within these areas there will be a general presumption in favour of a continuance of the built form. New development proposals within these areas should make a positive contribution to the Place and be compatible and complementary to existing uses and character as set out by the New Development Supplementary Guidance and Renfrewshire’s Places Design Guidance. All development proposals should also: - Avoid causing unacceptable impacts on the environment and/or biodiversity or a loss of amenity within the surrounding area and/or a significant adverse effect on neighbouring properties, in terms of use, scale, noise, disturbance and statutory air quality objectives, and, - Ensure that the infrastructure, connections and services required to support the development are in place including footpath connections; provision for waste storage, recycling and collection; lighting; access to public transport; open space provision and access to local services and amenities. The proposed flatted development constitutes a continuance of the built form and is in keeping with the predominantly residential character of the surrounding area. It is considered to be an acceptable development in principle with regard to the requirements of Policy P1. To consider whether the proposal is consistent with the detailed requirements of Policy P1 and all other relevant considerations set out within the development plan, it is appropriate to assess the application against the five criteria for creating successful place that are set out in the Renfrewshire New Development Supplementary Guidance and the Residential Places Design Guide. The criteria will be considered in turn as follows: Context and Character The application site is located within 150 metres of both Paisley town centre which is to the west, and the Paisley East End local service centre to the east. The site fronts the A761 Glasgow Road to the north. The built environment surrounding the site is predominantly defined by blonde sandstone tenements. These are three stories high on the northern side of Glasgow Road, and four stories high to the west, south and east of the site on Mckerrell Street and Crossflat Crescent. Some of the tenements fronting Glasgow Road to the east and west have commercial uses on the ground floor. There is also a single storey stand-alone commercial building on the northern side of Glasgow Road. Within the site the defining characteristics are the category B listed buildings and boundary treatments, and the row of mature trees which fronts Glasgow Road. The original school building was constructed in 1895-98. It is three stories in height, with red ashlar sandstone walls and a slate roof. The listed buildings, boundary treatments and tree coverage make a positive contribution to the character of the place (it is noted that the former Janitors Lodge is
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included as part of the listing however this building is not within the application site boundary). The original school building includes modern extensions to the sides and rear. These extensions are three stories in height and are more functional in their appearance in comparison to the original school building. While the 1960’s extensions which flank the original building to the east and west are included as part of the listing, the extensions to the rear are not. The extensions will be demolished to facilitate the redevelopment of the site, with the original school building retained. A detailed assessment of the demolition and its impact on the listing will be undertaken via concurrent listed building application 25/1050/LB. It is noted that National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) policy 9 supports proposals for the reuse of existing buildings, and that demolition will be regarded as the least preferred option. However, in this instance the safeguarding and reuse of the original part of the listed building, which is of more significant architectural and historic merit in comparison to the extensions, is the key consideration. It is accepted that retention and conversion of the extensions to other uses would be challenging in terms of both viability and suitability of the buildings for conversion to an alternative use. The demolition is therefore justified on the basis the original school building is retained as part of the redevelopment of the site, and on balance the proposal is considered to comply with policy 9. Access and Connectivity The application site is sustainably located, with a wide range of amenities and transport links located within walking distance. This includes the amenities within Paisley town centre and the East End local service centre, public transport links on Glasgow Road, leisure facilities at the Lagoon, and both Williamsburgh and St John Ogilvie Primary Schools. The proposal is fully compliant with the requirement for local living set out by NPF4 policy 15. The strength of the 20-minute neighbourhood also ensures the density of the proposed development can be supported at this location as residents will be able to meet the majority of daily needs without a reliance on private car. Accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists has been improved with additional access points formed along the western, eastern and southern boundaries of the site. These include a combination of direct connections between the flatted blocks and the footway network on Mckerrell Street and Crossflat Crescent, and stand-alone connections which enhance permeability within the site. Existing vehicle access points are retained on both Glasgow Road and Mckerrell Street. It is noted that the Roads Development Officer has recommended a suite of off-site works to improve accessibility and connectivity on the roads surrounding the application site. Implementation of these off-site works can be secured via condition. Overall, the development is considered to comply with the requirements of LDP policy I1 and NPF4 policy 13 with regard to connecting places and sustainable transport. Layout and Form Enhancements to the site layout have been negotiated at both the pre-application stage and during the assessment of the application. These enhancements primarily relate to the positioning of the flatted blocks, with the blocks flanking the original school building orientated to front Glasgow Road, and the blocks to the rear realigned to better reflect the curve of the road on Mckerrell Street and Crossflat Crescent. A proportion of the car parking area has also been moved to the periphery to allow for additional tree planting to the rear of the retained school building, and ancillary buildings including bin and cycle stores have been concentrated between blocks 2 and 3 to allow for open space to be formed between block 3 and 4.
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The proposed site layout comprises of five flatted blocks positioned to the east, south and west of the original school building. Blocks 1 and 5 flank the retained school building, with an 18-metre separation distance. These blocks mimic the 1960’s extensions with regard to their position, and as such they are orientated to front Glasgow Road and do not project beyond the original school building. The majority of the car parking area is located to the north of the original school building. The layout makes use of existing car parking provision in this regard, with some additional parking formed in the northwest corner of the site. The existing mature trees along the Glasgow Road frontage will be retained. To the south of the retained school building and blocks 1 and 5 there is an internal access road which includes additional car parking provision, and a turning head at the eastern edge of the site. As noted above the number of parking spaces along this internal road has been reduced to allow for additional tree planting and formation of open space. This will enhance the environment and amenity value within the interior of the site. Blocks 2, 3 and 4 are located along the southern boundary of the site. Associated ancillary buildings such as bin stores, sprinkler tanks and substations have been located appropriately. The proposed site layout and form of the flatted development is acceptable. The layout responds positively to the setting of the retained listed building which remains as the focal point of the layout. Additional views of the retained school building, which are currently blocked by the modern extensions, will also be opened up. The proposed layout is also compatible with the streetscene and will not have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of Greenlaw Conservation Area which is located on the northern side of Glasgow Road directly opposite the site. The site layout complies with the requirements of policy ENV3 of the LDP and 7 of NPF4 with regard to respecting the setting of listed buildings and conservation areas. The layout presents a positive frontage on all sides, namely Glasgow Road where the retention of the boundaries and the trees will ensure their positive contribution to the character of the place is maintained. Finally, the interior of the site is considered to strike an appropriate balance between catering for parking demand whilst providing an appropriate level of residential amenity. The additional structural tree planting and open space incorporated into the layout are welcomed in this regard. Overall, it is considered that the development layout and form will contribute positively to the place in accordance with NPF4 policy 14. A key consideration is the phasing of the development to ensure the conversion of the listed building is undertaken at the appropriate time. It is noted that NPF4 policy 7 requires the beneficial outcome for the historic asset to be secured early in the phasing of the development through the use of conditions and/or legal agreements. A condition will be applied requiring the developer to submit a detailed phasing plan prior to development commencing. This will ensure the works to the listed building are undertaken in a timeous manner as part of the wider development project. Environment and Community The proposed development comprises of a mix of one, two, and three bedroom flats. The mix is acceptable and appropriate for the location. The applicant has submitted an Affordable Housing Statement which advises that the design and mix has been developed in collaboration with a Registered Social Landlord (RSL). It is noted from the affordable housing statement that 92 affordable housing units will be delivered at the site which is 80% of the total provision of 115 units. The proposal is considered to comply with policies P3 of the LDP and 16 of NPF4 with regard to provision of affordable homes. However, it is noted that discussions with the RSL are ongoing and have not yet been concluded/finalised. In order to secure affordable housing provision on site it is considered appropriate that a
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condition is attached to any grant of planning permission which would require the submission of an updated affordable housing statement with finalised details and arrangements regarding the delivery and implementation of the affordable housing. Thereafter an appropriate legal agreement or planning mechanism would be required through the condition to ensure the implementation of the details and arrangements set out in the approved affordable housing statement. Regarding the additional requirements of policy 16, the developer has provided a Statement of Community Benefit explaining the contribution of the development towards meeting local housing requirements, enhancing local infrastructure, and improving residential amenity. It is noted that policy 16 places requirements on development proposals for new homes on land not allocated for housing within the LDP. In this instance the proposal will be supported by an agreed timescale for build which will be submitted via the phasing condition noted above. The development proposal is otherwise consistent with the NPF4 spatial strategy with regard to conserving assets, local living and compact urban growth, and constitutes a development opportunity within the existing settlement boundary. It should be noted that significant weight is attached to the need for the new build residential development to enable the retention, safeguarding and reuse of the listed school building. Given the prominence of the site, if the building were to become vacant and potentially fall into a state of disrepair it would have a significant detrimental impact on the character and amenity of the area. Five trees at the site will be felled. It is noted that three of these will be felled to accommodate the development, with two recommended for felling due to their condition. Of the three trees to be felled to accommodate the development, one is a Category A Lime tree. However, this tree is located adjacent to the vehicle access to Mckerrell Street and on the line of the proposed internal road network which would be used to service block 1. Its removal is therefore justified. The two other trees to be felled to accommodate the proposed layout are Category C trees. The trees along the Glasgow Road frontage will be retained as part of the development. As noted above, these trees make a significant positive contribution to the character of the place, and their retention aligns with the requirements of policy P5 of the LDP and 20 of NPF4 with regard to safeguarding the green network and open spaces. A protection plan has been prepared to protect all retained trees during the construction phase. The implementation of the protection plan will be required via condition. To compensate for the removal of the trees, the applicant has advised that 40 trees will be planted along with provision for hedgerows and shrub planting. While the landscape proposal requires to be updated to reflect revisions to the layout, there is sufficient scope within the revised site layout to ensure a landscape strategy can be developed which compensates for the removal of the trees, contributes to biodiversity gain, and creates a good quality residential environment. An updated landscape strategy will be sought via condition. Regarding impact on protected species, the applicant has submitted a bat survey which confirms no evidence of bats within the school building. The trees identified for felling would require to be surveyed before the work was undertaken in line with the recommendations within the arboricultural report. It is not considered that the development will have a significant impact on protected species. The existing ecological and natural heritage value of the site is limited due to the presence of hard standing and buildings across the majority of the site area. The key natural heritage assets, namely the mature trees along the Glasgow Road boundary, will be retained. Additionally, the proposals present an opportunity for biodiversity gain via a new landscape strategy for the site. The development is considered to comply with policy ENV2 of the LDP and policies 3 and 6 of NPF4.
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The proposal includes a strategy for managing surface water. The strategy primarily comprises the treatment and attenuation of surface water through filter trenches and underground storage. It is noted that the proposal is for surface water to discharge to the combined sewer in line with the current drainage arrangements at the site. However, the incorporation of SUDS features will ensure that flow rates, volume and water quality are at least equal to but will likely provide betterment on the current surface water management arrangements and not increase the risk of surface water flooding to others. It is noted that the proposed surface water strategy requires separate agreement with Scottish water. However, the applicant has advised that Scottish water have confirmed acceptance of the discharge of surface water to the combined sewer. The strategy is considered to be sufficient for the purposes of this application and is compliant with the requirements of policy I3 of the LDP and 22 of NPF4. The site is not at risk from river or coastal flooding. The proposal includes provision for communal bin storage. The bin stores are enclosed by horizontal timber boarding measuring 1.8 metres in height. The storage areas will allow for the segregation of waste streams, and the arrangements have been agreed with the Councils Recycling Officer. The development is compliant with the requirements of policy 12 of NPF4 and the New development Supplementary Guidance on provision for waste recycling in new developments. As noted above, the revised layout now includes provision of an additional area of open space located between blocks 3 and 4. This will complement other areas of open space within the layout, including areas around the retained listed building. It is noted that the Councils Residential Design Guide seeks children’s play areas for developments that exceed 50 units. In this instance it is noted that provision of an equipped play area was raised as a concern during the applicants public consultation. Additionally, the site is within close proximity to several existing areas of open space and equipped play areas including those at Barshaw Park and East End Park. It is therefore not considered necessary to seek provision of an equipped play area in this instance. Children’s Services have advised that a discussion is required on developer contributions for both St John Ogilvie Primary School and St Andrews Academy. It is noted that the development will generate an additional 11.88 pupils which requires a contribution of £665,280 based on the developer contribution per pupil multiplier set out in the Councils Planning Guidance on Developer Contributions (Education). In light of the request from the Council’s Education/Children's Services department, the applicant submitted a viability assessment that sought to justify and evidence why it would not be viable to pay the financial contribution requested. In line with the Developer Contributions guidance, the Council’s independent external residential consultancy surveyor (Rapleys) was appointed to consider the viability assessment and to provide a professional view to as to whether the justification and evidence presented demonstrated that the development would be unviable with the payment of the contribution sought. The conclusion of the independent consultant's review of the applicant's viability case is that the payment of the contribution would make the development more unviable and would therefore reduce the likelihood of the proposal being delivered. In line with the provisions of the guidance the contribution should be waived. Buildings and Design The applicants have adopted a different approach to the design of blocks 1 and 5 which flank the retained listed building, and blocks 2, 3 and 4 which are located along the southern boundary.
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Blocks 1 and 5 are finished in red brick and grey concrete tiles to reflect the red sandstone and slate roof finish of the retained listed building. The design also incorporates elements which reflect the detailing and proportions of the listed building including string courses and curved coping stones. Crucially it should be noted that following negotiations with the Council the height of blocks 1 and 5 were reduced from five to four stories. The originally proposed five-storey block was considered to overdominate the retained listed building, to the detriment of its setting. The reduction to four stories has significantly improved the relationship between the listed building and blocks 1 and 5, and ensures the listed building retains an appropriate setting and is viewed as the focal point of the development. Blocks 2, 3 and 4 are finished in blonde sandstone and grey concrete tiles to reflect the appearance of the tenement flats on Mckerrell Street and Crossflat Crescent. It is noted that the five-storey scale of blocks 2, 3 and 4 exceeds the predominantly four storey scale of the surrounding built environment. However, the scale of development will not have a significant detrimental impact on the character or appearance of the area, and as noted above the density of the development is appropriate given the strength of the 20-minute neighbourhood at this location. Additionally, the viability of the scheme with regard to retaining and converting the listed building is also a consideration in support of the scale and density of the development. On balance the overall design and appearance of the flatted blocks is acceptable. The distinguishment in design and appearance between blocks 1 and 5, and blocks 2, 3 and 4 helps tie the development into the surrounding built environment by reflecting the character and context of the area. Crucially the setting of the retained listed building is also now considered to be acceptable following the reduction in height of blocks 1 and 5. The building design and scale complies with the requirements of policy ENV3 of the LDP and 7 of NPF4 with regard to respecting the setting of listed buildings and conservation areas and will contribute positively to the place in accordance with NPF4 policy 14. Matters relating to the works associated with the conversion of the listed building to residential use will be assessed via the concurrent listed building application 25/1050/LB. The requirements set out within Policy I7 of the LDP and 19 of NPF4 relating to zero and low carbon buildings are noted. The applicant has advised that the detailed design of the buildings in this regard is still to be developed. Submission of an energy design analysis to demonstrate compliance with these policies can therefore be managed via condition. The proposed bin stores and cycle stores are finished in horizontal timber boarding, and are considered to be acceptable in terms of design. While details of the sprinkler tanks and substation have not been provided, these can be requested via condition. The existing stone boundary wall will be retained, with the coping made good and the railings painted black. New openings within the existing boundary wall will be formed and dressed utilising retained stone where required. Gaps in the southern boundary created following demolition of the existing buildings will be filled with a combination of new infill walls constructed to match, and metal railings to match. The flatted blocks have been positioned to ensure there is a minimum window to window separation distance of 18 metres. There is also an 18-metre separation distance between blocks 2, 3 and 4 and the flats on the opposite side of Crossflat Crescent. The daylight and sunlight assessment submitted with the application concludes that the development will offer future occupants a good level of daylight and sunlight. As noted above, there is considered
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to be an acceptable provision of open space within the development, with each block benefiting from an acceptable setting. Environmental Protection have made no objection to the development on amenity grounds such as noise or air quality. A site investigation has been requested to manage issues related to potential ground contamination. This can be requested via condition. In view of the above, it is considered that residents within the development will have an acceptable level of amenity. Regarding potential impact on neighbouring properties, matters relating to privacy have been noted above. Minimum standards relating to window-to-window separation have been achieved. The development will not have a significant impact on sunlight as the flatted blocks are located to the north, east and west of the existing properties on Mckerrell Street and Crossflat Crescent. With regard to daylight, the findings within the daylight and sunlight assessment submitted by the applicant are noted with the assessment concluding that all neighbouring properties assessed will not be impacted by the introduction of the proposed development and will remain to enjoy adequate daylight and sunlight levels. The definition of adequate levels is adherence to the recommended criteria for the daylight and sunlight tests as set out within the Building Research Establishment (BRE) guidance ‘Site Layout Planning for Daylight and Sunlight: a guide to good practice’ 2022 which the daylight and sunlight assessment confirms are met. A Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) will be requested via condition. The CEMP will propose measures to mitigate environmental impacts associated with the construction phase, namely noise, dust and artificial lighting. A separate plan detailing measures to secure the site and the retained listed building with the view to preventing unauthorised access during the construction phase will be sought via condition. In view of the above assessment, the development is found to comply with the detailed requirements of Policy P1 of the LDP. Regarding the other development plan policies not already addressed above, the development is considered to comply with NPF4 policies 1 and 2 relating to tackling the climate and nature crisis, climate mitigation and adaption. The development will provide residential accommodation in a sustainable location. It will also facilitate the retention and reuse of a listed building, with provision also made to enhance management or surface water, and biodiversity. Sustainability is also incorporated into the design and construction of the flatted blocks. The development has been screened against The Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Scotland) Regulations 2017 and does not meet the threshold by which an Environmental Impact Assessment is required. Representations The matters raised in the letters of representation have been considered as part of the assessment of the application, and a response to each matter raised is provided below in bold. 1 – The design, scale and positioning of the proposed flatted blocks do not fit with the surrounding area and have a detrimental impact on the setting of the listed building.
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Matters relating to the proposed layout and setting of the listed building have been considered and addressed in the assessment section above. 2 – Site layout lacks amenity and play space. The site layout has been amended to introduce additional amenity space. 3 – Lack of sunlight for north facing flats. Matters relating to daylight and sunlight have been discussed in the assessment section above. 4 – Additional trees should be planted. Planting of additional trees will be sought as part of a landscape strategy for the site. 5 – Gates on Glasgow Road frontage need to be restored and re-hung, and split copings need replaced. The boundaries drawing submitted by the applicants notes that stone copings will be made good. Matters relating to the restoration of the gates will be addressed via the concurrent listed building application 25/1050/LB. 6 – No air quality assessment has been submitted. Environmental Protection have not requested an air quality assessment, and it is not considered to be necessary in this regard. 7 – Noise impact exceeds World health organisation guidelines and requires ‘sealed window’ living environment. Environmental Protection have advised that the Noise Impact Assessment submitted as part of the application is acceptable. 8 – Lack of play provision. Matters relating to play provision have been considered and addressed in the assessment section above. 9 – Parking provision shortfall. Parking provision is acceptable, and the Councils Roads Development Section has not raised any objections regarding parking provision. 10 – Address on Proposal of Application Notice is incorrect. The Proposal of Application Notice confirms the proposed development site as ‘Site at Paisley Grammar School, Glasgow Road, Paisley, PA1 3RP’. The notice also includes a location plan which identifies the site boundary, and this is consistent with the planning application boundary. 11 – Flood risk. Matters relating to flood risk have been considered and addressed in the assessment section above.
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12 – Application form states part of the site is an agricultural holding. This section of the application form relates to certification of land ownership to ensure notification is undertaken accurately and all those with an interest in the site are notified. In this instance the applicants have certified that they do not own all the land within the application site. Notification of the application has been undertaken in accordance with the regulations. 13 – Design statement refers to a business centre. The Design and Access Statement has been updated to remove reference to the business centre. 14 – The pre-application consultation report refers to a hotel development. The pre-application consultation report has been updated to remove reference to a hotel development. 15 – No Construction Environmental Management Plan has been submitted. A Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) will be requested via a suspensive planning condition. 16 – No vibration assessment has been submitted. Environmental Protection have not requested a vibration assessment, and it is not considered to be necessary in this regard. 17 – No asbestos management plan has been submitted. Environmental Protection have not requested an asbestos management plan, and it is not considered to be necessary in this regard. It should be noted that potential asbestos ground contamination would be addressed via the Site Investigation. Asbestos within the building would be a matter for Building Standards to consider as part of the warrant to demolish the buildings. 18 – No construction noise assessment has been submitted. Measures to mitigate construction noise will form part of the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) submitted via condition. 19 – No transport assessment has been submitted. A Transport Statement has been submitted, and there has been no objection to the development from the Councils Roads Development section. 20 – No drainage assessment has been submitted. Matters relating to drainage have been considered and addressed in the assessment section above. 21 – Overshadowing.
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Matters relating to daylight, sunlight and overshadowing have been considered and addressed in the assessment section above. 22 – Loss of trees. The extent of tree loss associated with the development has been discussed above. There are five trees being removed and this is considered to be acceptable. A landscape strategy will ensure compensatory planting is undertaken to offset any loss. 23 – No affordable housing statement has been submitted. An affordable housing statement has been submitted. 24 – Overdevelopment of the site to the detriment of amenity. Matters relating to density, the site layout and amenity are discussed above. 25 – Sewage capacity. Sewage capacity is a matter for Scottish water to consider. Scottish water has not objected to the development. 26 – Risk of overheating due to south facing glazing and ‘sealed window’ living environment. Environmental Protection has not raised any concerns over these matters. Risk of overheating within the flats would be a matter for Building Standards to consider as part of the building warrant. 27 – Traffic disruption, waste and air pollution. Roads Development and Environmental Protection have not raised any objections relating to traffic disruption or air pollution. Provision for segregated storage of waste has been agreed with the Councils Recycling Officer. Planning Obligations The Council is required to provide a summary of the terms of any planning obligation(s) and any associated legal agreement(s) and/or mechanism(s) required to secure them including those provisions under The Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act in relation to the grant of permission for the proposed development. As outlined in the assessment section above, it has been demonstrated that the education contribution is not required and so this does not require to be secured. A scheme to secure the provision of affordable housing which will be secured and under the terms of an appropriately worded planning condition as set out below (condition 12). Conclusion In view of the above, it is considered that the proposal would accord with the relevant provisions of the Development Plan. There are no other material considerations. Planning permission should therefore be granted subject to conditions. Recommendation Grant subject to conditions.
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Reason(s) for Recommendation 1. The proposal accords with the provisions of the Development Plan and there were no material considerations which outweighed the presumption in favour of development according with the Development Plan. Condition(s) 1. That the development hereby permitted must be begun within three years of the date of this permission. Reason: To be in compliance with Section 58 of The Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 as amended by Section 32 of The Planning (Scotland) Act 2019. 2. That prior to the commencement of development, a detailed phasing plan shall be submitted for the prior written approval of Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. For the avoidance of doubt, the phasing plan submitted shall show the phasing of works to the category B listed Paisley Grammar and demonstrate how these will progress concurrent with the works associated with the five new build residential blocks as enabling development. Thereafter, the implementation of the development shall be undertaken in strict accordance with the approved phasing plan unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To comply with the requirements of part n) of policy 7 of National Planning Framework 4 and to safeguard the long-term restoration and reuse of the Category B listed Paisley Grammar in a timeous manner. 3. That all measures set out within the approved Tree Protection Plan as detailed in Section 6 of the approved Arboricultural Impact Assessment and Tree Protection Plan dated January 2026 shall be implemented on site during the full construction phase of development unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To protect retained trees during the construction phase of development. 4. Unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority, all treeworks shall be undertaken in strict accordance with the specification as detailed in Section 7 of the approved Arboricultural Impact Assessment and approved Tree Protection Plan dated January 2026. Reason: To ensure treeworks are undertaken in accordance with the relevant standards. 5. No development shall commence on site until written approval of: a) a Site Investigation report (characterising the nature and extent of any soil, water and gas contamination within the site); and, if remedial works are recommended therein. b) a Remediation Strategy and Implementation Plan identifying the proposed methods for implementing all remedial recommendations contained with the site investigation report prepared in accordance with current authoritative technical guidance, has been provided by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure that the site will be made suitable for its proposed use. 6. Prior to the occupation of any flatted unit within an identified phase of development, the developer shall submit for the written approval of Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority:
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a) a Verification Report confirming completion of the works specified within the approved Remediation Strategy for that phase of development; or b) if remediation works are not required but soils are to be imported to site, a Verification Report confirming imported soils are suitable for use on the site shall be submitted to the Planning Authority and approved in writing Reason: To demonstrate that the works necessary to make the site suitable for use have been completed. 7. Prior to the commencement of development on site, full details of all landscaping works shall be submitted as part of a landscape strategy for the written approval of Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. The landscape strategy shall include (but not be limited to) provisions in respect of: a. all existing trees, hedgerows, and boundary treatments both within and on the edge of the site to be retained; b. confirmation of any hedgerows or trees that need to be removed including any to form the visibility splays associated with the access sightlines; c. all proposed trees, shrubs, hedgerows, areas of grass/wildflower seeding, turfing including size, species, spacing and location; d. all areas of hard standing including location and materials; e. all areas of surface water including ponds, and measures for the sustainable management and drainage of surface water where applicable; g. a timetable for the implementation of the landscape strategy; h. a strategy for the future management and maintenance of all landscaped areas including provision for replacement of trees, shrubs, hedgerows and areas of grass/wildflower seeding and turfing if they were to become diseased, die, become seriously damaged or are removed within 5 years of being planted. The approved landscape strategy shall thereafter be implemented on site in accordance with the approved timetable and shall be managed and maintained thereafter for the duration that the approved residential development is occupied unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure a robust landscaping strategy is implemented in the interests of visual amenity, landscape character and biodiversity 8. That all windows to be installed within the new build flatted blocks 1 – 5 as shows in approved drawing 202 revision G titled Site Plan as Proposed (and any subsequent approved revisions to this drawing) hereby approved shall meet the requirements of the specification set out in Appendix 6 of the approved Noise Impact Assessment Rev 00 dated 6th February unless otherwise agreed in writing with Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure noise impact is mitigated in the interests of residential amenity. 9. That prior to the occupation of any of the flats hereby approved, all of the site works as detailed in the approved drawing 25901-NX-XX-XX-GA-AR-215 titled ‘Site Plan as Proposed Road Alterations’ (and any subsequent approved revisions to this drawing) shall be completed. Reason: To ensure the development can be accessed safely.
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10. That prior to the commencement of development on site, the developer shall submit an Energy Design Analysis for the written approval of Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority demonstrating the fabric performance of the buildings and the installation of technology that provides low or no amounts of carbon dioxide emissions, to reduce the predicted emissions from the buildings by at least 15% below 2007 building standards (unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority). The Energy Design Analysis shall also demonstrate the feasibility of connecting (or making provision for connection at a later date) the development to a Heat Network Zone. The buildings shall thereafter be implemented and developed in strict accordance with the approved Energy Design Analysis unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure the building is designed in a manner that reduces energy requirements and carbon emissions. 11. That prior to the commencement of development on site, the developer shall submit a plan and specification detailing the final location, design and finish of all substations and sprinkler tanks (including the associated housing) to be installed at the site. Only the approved substations and sprinkler tanks shall thereafter be installed at the site unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure the substations and sprinkler tanks are of an appropriate design and finish in the interests of visual amenity. 12. Further to the affordable housing statement submitted, no development shall take place on the site until an updated scheme for the provision of affordable housing as part of the development has been submitted to and approved in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. The affordable housing on the site shall be provided in accordance with the approved scheme and shall meet the definition of 'affordable housing' as set out in National Planning Framework 4. The scheme shall take account of the Council's current guidance on affordable housing and shall include: a) Provisions for such other agreements (if any) as may be necessary for the delivery of affordable housing on the site, which affordable housing shall comprise not less than 25 per cent of the total number of homes (market value homes plus affordable homes) built on the site and which affordable housing will be provided within each phase or identified sub-phase of the development on the site or an agreed alternative (such as payment of contributions towards the provision of affordable housing). b) The types of home (such as house, maisonette or flat) and the size of the proposed affordable homes for rent; the density of the affordable homes; the design code (such as 'Housing for Varying Needs - A Design Guide' Parts 1 (Houses and Flats) and 2 (Housing with Integral Support)) (if any) for the proposed homes; the types of tenure for the affordable homes (namely, 'social rented', 'low-cost housing for sale' (both subsidised and unsubsidised) and 'mid-market or intermediate rent' as those terms are defined in the Scottish Government's Planning Advice Note 2/2010: Affordable Housing and Housing Land Audits or any future Scottish Government document that replicates that advice) and the location of the affordable housing provision to be made on site; 5. c) The timing of the occupation of the market homes within each phase or sub-phase of the site and the delivery of the affordable homes in the relevant phase or sub-phase of the site;
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d) The arrangements for the transfer of affordable homes to an affordable housing provider or for the management of the affordable homes; e) The factoring and/or common maintenance regime (including charges) for affordable homes; f) The arrangements to ensure that any affordable home is affordable for both first and subsequent occupiers of the affordable home; and g) The occupancy criteria to be used for determining the identity of occupiers of the affordable homes and the means by which such occupancy criteria shall be enforced. The approved scheme for the provision of affordable housing shall thereafter be implemented on site and all affordable housing units once complete shall function and be let/rented, occupied and maintained in strict accordance with the approved scheme for the life of the development. No changes to the approved scheme shall take place without the prior written approval of the Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure that satisfactory arrangements are made for the provision of affordable housing on the site. 13. That prior to the commencement of any works on site, a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. The CEMP shall include (but not be limited to) provisions in respect of: - Organisational chart of project personnel and key contacts. - Environmental Management Policy Statement including all relevant legislation, regulations and technical guidance applicable to the nature and scope of the development. - Identification of environmental assets and the potential impacts related to noise, dust, smoke, fumes and artificial light. - Proposed Environmental Mitigation Measures and control plans with regard to the environmental assets and potential impacts identified above; to take cognisance of relevant Legislation and Regulations and follow appropriate Technical Guidance/ best practice. - Inclusion of an Emergency/ Incident Response Plan. - Procedures for audits (internal and external), monitoring and inspections and environmental performance monitoring to ensure the Environmental Mitigation Measures are implemented and potential impacts mitigated, and the site remains secure. The measures set out within the approved CEMP shall thereafter be implemented on site during the full construction phase of development unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure environmental impacts are mitigated during the construction phase, and that the construction phase is undertaken safely. 14. That all measures for the treatment and attenuation of surface water as set out in approved drawing number 214 revision A titled ‘Site Plan as Proposed SUDs Strategy (and any subsequent approved revisions to this drawing) shall be implemented on site and brought into use prior to the occupation of any of the flats hereby approved. There
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shall be no revisions to this strategy or the timetable for its implementation without the prior written approval of Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure surface water is managed sustainably. 15. That only the finishing materials detailed in approved drawings 520 revision C titled Typical Elevations New Build Blocks 1 and 5, 521 revision B titled Typical Elevations New Build Block 4, and 522 titled Typical Elevations New Build Blocks 2 and 3 shall be used in the development of the site. There shall be no revisions to the approved schedule of finishing materials without the prior written approval of Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure finishing materials are appropriate in the interests of visual amenity. 16. Prior to the commencement of development, measures to secure the site and the retained Category B listed Paisley Grammar building to prevent unauthorised access during the construction phase shall be submitted to and approved in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. The approved measures shall thereafter be implemented on site for the duration of the full construction phase of development unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: In the interests of protecting the Category B listed Paisley Grammar building. Advisory Note(s) 1. Glasgow Airport Safeguarding has observed that given the nature of the proposed development it is possible that a crane may be required during its construction. In the circumstances, your attention is drawn to the requirement within the British Standard Code of Practice for the safe use of cranes, for crane operators to consult the aerodrome before erecting a crane in close proximity to an aerodrome. This is explained further in Advice Note 4 - Cranes (available at https://www.aoa.org.uk/policy-campaigns/operations-safety). For further information please contact James Weir, Development Standards Team, Email: james.weir@renfrewshire.gov.uk Schedule of Plans Reviewed Drawing Number Revision Drawing/Document Title Design and Access Statement March 2026 Pre-Application Consultation (PAC) Report Viability Statement April 2026 Planning Supporting Statement (School Conversion) Stage 1 Bat Survey (Desk Study and Preliminary Roost Assessment January 2026 Arboricultural Impact Assessment and Tree Protection Plan 02 Daylight and Sunlight Study 1 Paisley Grammar ground Investigation Report and Geotechnical
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Design Report 00 Noise Impact Assessment March 2026 Transport Statement January 2026 Level 2 Flood Risk Assessment January 2026 Outline Sustainable Drainage System Affordable Housing Statement July 2026 Statement of Community Benefit 310 D Existing Building Ground Floor Plan as Proposed 954 D Window Embrasures and Timber Panelling 900 E Boundary Details 202 G Site Plan as Proposed 206 B Cross Section Through Site North to South 207 D Long Elevation of site from Glasgow Road 214 A Site Plan as Proposed SUDS Strategy 215 - Site Plan as Proposed Road Alterations 304 - Existing Building Floor Plans as Existing Basement Plan 314 A Existing Building Basement Floor Plan as Proposed 410 B Section A:A as Proposed 411 A Section B:B as Proposed 412 A Section C:C as Proposed 510 C North and East Proposed Elevations 511 C South and West Proposed Elevations 955 A First Floor Plan Window Embrasures and Timber Panelling 956 A Second Floor Plan Window Embrasures and Timber Panelling 102 - Proposed AOV Central Hall 311 B Existing Building First Floor Plan as Proposed 100 - Location Plan as Existing 300 - Existing Building Floor Plan as Existing Ground Floor Plan 301 - Existing Building Floor Plans as Existing First Floor Plan 302 - Existing Building Floor Plans as Existing Second Floor Plan 303 - Existing Building Floor Plans as Existing Roof Plan 312 - Existing Building Second Floor as Proposed 313 - Existing Building Roof Plan as Proposed 400 - Section A:A as Existing 401 - Section B:B as Existing 402 - Section C:C as Existing 500 - North and East Elevations as Existing 501 - South and West Elevations as Existing 321 A New Build Floor and Roof Plans Block 1 and 5 322 F New Build Floor and Roof Plans Block 2 and 3
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323 D New Build Floor and Roof Plans Block 4 350 B New Build Flat Plans Type 1 – Typical 2 Bed 351 B New Build Flat Plans Type 2 – Typical 1 Bed 352 B New Build Flat Plan Type 3 – Typical 3 Bed 353 A New Build Flat Plans Type 4 – Typical 2 Bed Wheelchair Accessible 354 - New Build Flat Plans Type 5 – Typical 3 Bed 414 C Cross Section E-E New Build 5 Storey 416 - Cross Section G-G New Build 4 Storey 417 - Cross Section H-H New Build 4 Storey 418 - Cross Section J-J New Build 4 Storey 520 C Typical Elevations New Build Blocks 1 and 5 521 B Typical Elevations New Build Block 4 522 - Typical Elevations New Build Blocks 2 and 3 903 - Bin Store Type 2 as Proposed 413 - Cross Section D-D 415 - Cross Section F-F 902 - Cycle Store 200 - Existing Site Plan