E - 26-0047-PP - YMCA Building Conversion 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 26/0047/PP Application Type Planning Permission (Local) Proposal Change of use from former college/education facility (Class 10) to business (Class 4) at ground floor and residential comprising 8 flats (sui generis) at first, second and third floors alongside associated external alterations Location 5 New Street, Paisley, PA1 1XU Ward 5 - Paisley East and Central Community Council Paisley West and Central Community Council Applicant G64 Trading 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=summary&keyVal=T9B4XPMWG3Z00 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 Developer Contributions (Education) Planning Guidance. The application is required to be determined by the Board because the applicant has submitted a viability assessment in respect of the financial contribution requested by the Council’s Education /Children's Services department. Proposal This application seeks planning permission for the change of use of a college/education facility (Class 10) to both business space (Class 4) and eight flats (sui generis) on New Street in Paisley. The applicant also proposes to make associated external alterations to the property. Approximately 400 square metres of Class 4 business space would be created on part of the ground floor while eight flats would be formed across the first, second and third floors. Externally, a new window opening would be formed at first floor level, and an existing door opening would be enlarged at ground floor level on the New Street elevation. A fire escape would be partially removed from the rear elevation, with the two door openings that serve the fire escape partially infilled and replaced with windows. An area of outdoor amenity space would be formed on a section of flat roof at the rear of the property. Seven rooflights would be installed on the pitched roof of a two-storey section of the building while glazing would be installed on the rear gable elevation of this section of building as part of the formation of a 2- metre-deep enclosed terrace that would allow natural light into the associated flat. Either double glazed windows or secondary glazing as well as a mechanical ventilation system would also be installed to help mitigate external noise levels within the flats in line with the recommendations of the Noise Impact Assessment submitted in support of the application. Site Description The application site is located within both Paisley Town Centre and the Paisley Town Centre Conservation Area. The property fronts onto New Street to the west and is also bound by
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High Street to the north. A mixture of residential and commercial properties are found nearby, including existing commercial properties that are found in the ground floor portion of the building that fronts onto High Street. The B-listed building was designed by Thomas Graham Abercrombie and dates from the early 20th Century. The three-storey sandstone building features an ornate front elevation that is visually prominent within the Town Centre due to its position on the corner of High Street and New Street. Along with the C-listed Liberal Club and row of four B-listed buildings that are found opposite, the exterior of the building makes a substantial contribution to the character of this section of the Paisley Town Centre Conservation Area. 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 principle of converting the building to residential, the level of amenity that would be afforded to occupants of the flats and the impact the works would have on both the Conservation Area and the listed building. Negotiated Improvements Following submission, changes have been secured via condition to ensure noise from nearby premises does not unacceptably harm the amenity afforded to residents of the flats. Conditions will also ensure the materials used for the external alterations are of an appropriate quality for use in a Conservation Area. 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: 26/0046/LB Description: External and internal alterations associated with conversion of building Decision: Pending determination Application No: 09/0351/LB Description: Internal alterations to listed building to form educational facility for music and drama. Decision: Grant subject to conditions Application No: 09/0350/PP Description: Change of use of class 11 assembly and leisure use to form class 10 educational facility for music and drama. Decision: Grant subject to conditions Application No: 98/1147/PP Description: Alterations to kitchen including erection of vent extract flue on rear elevation. Decision: Grant subject to conditions Application No: 98/1177/LB Description: Alterations to kitchen including installation of extract flue. Decision: Grant subject to conditions Application No: 98/0735/PP
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Description: Part change of use of kitchen to allow the sale of hot and cold snacks. Decision: Withdrawn Application No: 96/0077/LB Description: Erection of exterior sign. Decision: Grant subject to conditions Application No: 94/0485/LB Description: Internal alterations to toilet area. Decision: Grant Application No: 02/1197/LB Description: Internal refurbishment of certain areas within the building. Installation of a new lift which in turn requires the formation of a new opening at street level through the external wall. Required for disabled access into the building. Decision: Grant subject to conditions Application No: 02/1196/PP Description: Internal refurbishment of certain areas within building. Installation of a new lift which in turn requires the formation of a new opening at street level through the external wall. Required for disabled access into the building. Decision: Grant subject to conditions Consultations ▪ Council’s Environmental Protection Service - requested the submission of a Noise Impact Assessment to understand how noise from nearby premises would impact on the amenity afforded to the occupants of the flats. Environmental Protection also recommended a condition to control noise from any external plant associated with the business space. ▪ Council’s Education/Children's Services - no objection, subject to a financial contribution to mitigate the impact on the school estate. ▪ 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. ▪ Council’s Chief Executive's Roads Development - requested further details on aspects of the development such as refuse collection and cycle storage. Roads Development also requested a transport statement to make occupants of the building aware of nearby facilities and parking provision. Representations The application has been publicised in line with the requirements of the relevant legislation. No representations were received. 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 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 23 - Health and safety ▪ Policy 26 - Business and industry ▪ Policy 27 - City, town, local and commercial centres Full details relating to the policies of the NPF4 can be found online. Renfrewshire Local Development Plan ▪ Policy C1 - Renfrewshire's Network of Centres ▪ Policy I5 - Waste Management ▪ Policy I8 - Developer Contributions ▪ Policy P1 - Renfrewshire's Places ▪ Policy P3 - Housing Mix and Affordable Housing ▪ Policy ENV3 - Built and Cultural Heritage Full details relating to the policies of the LDP can be found online. Other relevant policies and guidance ▪ Delivering the Centres Strategy - Strategic Centres and Core Town Centres ▪ Delivering the Infrastructure Strategy - Connecting Places ▪ Delivering the Infrastructure Strategy - Provision for Waste Recycling in New Developments ▪ Delivering the Places Strategy - Creating Places ▪ Delivering the Places Strategy - Upper Floor Residential Developments ▪ Delivering the Places Strategy - Re-Use/Redevelopment of Institutional Premises ▪ Delivering the Environment Strategy - Conservation Area ▪ Historic Environment Scotland: Managing Change in the Historic Environment Guidance ▪ Letter from the Chief Planner and Minister for Public Finance - Planning for Housing (June 2024) ▪ Letter from the Chief Planner and Cabinet Secretary for Housing - Housing Emergency Action Plan & the Planning System (September 2025) ▪ Paisley West and Central Local Place Plan ▪ Developer Contributions (Education) Planning Guidance ▪ Planning Advice Note 1/2011: Planning and Noise ▪ Renfrewshire - A Guide to Development in Conservation Areas 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: ▪ Planning Statement (Design and Access Statement) - sets out the applicant's justification for the development in respect of relevant planning policies and guidance. ▪ Heritage Statement - details the alterations that would be made to heritage features within the building and justifies why these changes are required to help return the building to active use. ▪ Noise Impact Assessment - considers the impact noise from nearby commercial premises would have on occupants of the flats. The assessment also sets out mitigation measures to be implemented to ensure noise from nearby premises does not unacceptably harm residential amenity. ▪ Financial Viability Assessment - sets out the various financial outlays the applicant will need to make to deliver the development in order to demonstrate that the payment of a financial contribution to mitigate the impact the development would have on the education estate would reduce the likelihood of the proposal being delivered. ▪ Refuse and Recycling Statement - details how waste from both the residential and commercial elements of the development would be managed. 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. None. Planning Assessment The main issues that must be assessed in this report are the impact the development would have on both Paisley Town Centre and the Paisley Town Centre Conservation Area as well as the amenity that would be afforded to those who would live in the flats. The impact on the building's listed building status is assessed in the associated listed building consent application (26/0046/LB). Policy C1 of the LDP states that development that enhances centres in line with their role within the Network of Centres will be supported provided the proposal is compatible with existing uses. Similarly, Policy 27 of NPF4 supports proposals that enhance and improve the vitality and viability of centres. Policy ENV3 of the LDP and its associated supplementary guidance as well as Policy 7 d) of NPF4 support proposals that would preserve and enhance the appearance of Conservation Areas. Similarly, Policy 14 of NPF4 supports well designed development that is compatible with the six qualities of successful places.
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Both the residential and business elements of the application are assessed below against the provisions of the Development Plan outlined above and all other relevant policies and guidance: Residential The New Development Supplementary Guidance on Renfrewshire's Network of Centres lists residential uses as acceptable within Paisley Town Centre. The Supplementary Guidance also supports residential development on the upper floors of properties in Paisley Town Centre as well as the conversion of institutional premises to allow them to return to active use. Similarly, Policy 27 e) of NPF4 provides support for residential developments in Town Centres, including the conversion of vacant premises to housing, where an appropriate level of amenity can be provided. Given the applications site is located in Paisley Town Centre the principle of forming eight flats within the building is acceptable. Four flats would have two bedrooms while the other four would have three bedrooms, with the footprints of the flats ranging from 62 square metres to 161 square metres. The variety in flat sizes, in particular the provision of larger flats, is welcome and means the proposal would comply with Policy P3 of the LDP and Policy 16 c) of NPF4 in that it would widen the range of properties available to those looking to live in Paisley Town Centre. The formation of eight flats in the vacant building would support the viability of Paisley Town Centre by helping to establish a permanent residential population in the area and would also comply with policies 1, 2, 9 and 12 of NPF4 in that the proposal would help minimise lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions. Residential properties are found to the east and south of the application site and elsewhere in the town centre so the proposal would not introduce a new use into the area. The occupants of the flats would contribute to, and benefit from, local living in line with the requirements of Policy 15 of NPF4 and would help support existing facilities and services within the town centre. The flats themselves would have no impact on the character of the Conservation Area. A small area of outdoor amenity space would be provided on an existing section of flat roof at the rear of the building, providing semi-private outdoor space for residents. A condition can be added to ensure full details of how this area would look is provided prior to the commencement of development. Occupants of the flats would also have access to areas of greenspace and outdoor sports facilities found in proximity to the town centre. In line with Policy 13 of NPF4, the town centre location means the flats would be well served by existing public transport and active travel links. Dedicated parking spaces are therefore not required but lawful on and off street parking is found nearby if needed. Secure covered cycle storage for residents would be provided on the ground floor and a condition can be added to ensure this is in place prior to the occupation of the first flatted property. The request from Roads Development for the applicant to create and distribute a travel plan is not considered necessary given those choosing to live in a large town centre will likely already be aware of the transport facilities and active travel opportunities available. Space for the storage and disposal of waste on the ground floor of the property would be acceptable in line with the requirements of Policy I5 of the LDP and its associated supplementary guidance. A condition can be added to ensure the bin store is in place prior to the occupation of the first flatted property. The Council’s Education/Children's Services department have no objection to the proposal, subject to the developer paying a financial contribution in respect of the following schools as
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they are operating at above 85% capacity. The contribution has been calculated in line with the Council's Developer Contributions (Education) Planning Guidance and works out as follows for each school: ▪ St Mary's Primary School - £31,360 (0.56 pupils) ▪ St Andrew's Academy - £17,920 (0.32 pupils) 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, and it is therefore recommended that the application is granted with no requirement to make a contribution in respect of the education estate. The level of privacy afforded to the occupants of the flats and the impact on the privacy of existing properties found nearby would be acceptable for a Town Centre location. Environmental Protection have raised no concerns in respect of the volume or quality of natural light afforded to the occupants of the flats. Policy 23 e) of NPF4 and the agent of change principle apply given the proposal would introduce a noise sensitive development in proximity to two public houses and the Class 4 business space that forms part of the application. Environmental Protection requested a Noise Impact Assessment (NIA) to understand the impact noise from these uses would have on the amenity afforded to the residents of the flats. Environmental Protection also requested that mitigation measures be implemented where noise inside the flats from external sources would exceed 40 decibels in the daytime and 30 decibels at night. The NIA submitted by the applicant concludes that internal noise can be reduced to the levels stipulated by Environmental Protection through the installation of either double glazing or secondary glazing and a mechanical ventilation system. However, Environmental Protection note that the NIA achieves compliance based on a scenario where the windows in the flats remain closed whereas they wish for the internal noise targets to be achieved with the windows open. In response, the applicant's acoustic engineer has noted that assuming the windows remain open would make it almost impossible for residential development to come forward in certain town or city centre locations given the level of noise reduction requested by Environmental Protection. Planning Advice Note 1/2011: Planning and Noise acknowledges that while achieving the required noise reduction with the windows open is preferable, it may not always be possible. The advice note goes on to state that local circumstances should influence the approach taken to measuring noise levels and that in some circumstances closed windows with alternative means of ventilation may be unavoidable. The windows remaining closed when assessing noise levels is therefore acceptable within the context of returning a vacant B listed building that is highly visible within the Paisley Town Centre Conservation Area back into active use. It is important to note that occupants of the flats would be able to open the windows should they wish to do so. In such a scenario it would be their choice to potentially expose
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themselves to increased noise levels that may on occasion exceed the recommendations of Environmental Protection. Due weight must be portioned to the fact that those choosing to live in a town centre location should expect to be exposed to higher noise levels than those who choose to live elsewhere, especially given the benefits of town centre living in respect of access to services and transport links. It should also be noted that occupied residential properties already exist directly above the public houses in question on the upper floors of 7 New Street and in proximity to the public houses on the upper floors of 4, 9, 10 and 13 New Street. Given the age of the properties it is unlikely that all these flats benefit from double or secondary glazing to reduce internal noise levels. The presence of these flats also demonstrates that the proposal would not result in residential accommodation being located closer to the public houses than is the case at present. Within the context detailed above, the mitigation measures set out in the NIA are therefore considered acceptable. A condition can be added to ensure full details of the upgraded glazing and mechanical ventilation system to be installed are provided prior to the commencement of development and that these measures are installed and maintained for as long as the flats are used as habitable accommodation. This condition would also ensure the design of any glazing installed and any vents or flues associated with the mechanical ventilation system are appropriate for a Conservation Area. Installing double or secondary glazing would also help improve the energy efficiency of the flats and reduce heating costs, in line with policies 1 and 2 of NPF4. The mitigation measures outlined above would also help ensure the business space within the building raises no noise concerns. The Class 4 business space would be unlikely to generate significant levels of noise due to the characteristics of such a use and Class 4 uses, such as office space, are already found in proximity to the proposed flats and across Paisley Town Centre in proximity to existing residential properties. A condition can be added to restrict the use of the business space to Class 4 to prevent future changes of use occurring without the Planning Authority having the opportunity to consider the impact the change would have on the amenity afforded to the occupants of the flats. Given the above, the proposal would comply with Policy 23 e) of NPF4 and the agent of change principle in that noise from existing premises would be adequately mitigated by measures proposed as part of the current development to ensure an adequate level of amenity can be provided for residents. In terms of the external alterations required to form the flats, the window on the New Street elevation and the rooflights raise no concerns in respect of fenestration and would not harm the quality of the Conservation Area. The removal of the fire escape would simplify the external appearance of the building while partially infilling the two fire escape doors and installing windows raises no concerns in respect of design. The formation of the enclosed terrace and associated installation of glazing is required to provide adequate levels of light to the occupants of flat 1. These works would not harm the quality of the Conservation Area and the alterations would not be visible from the public road. Even when taken in combination, the external alterations would have a negligible impact on the character of the Conservation Area and are considered necessary to allow the vacant building to be brought back into active use. However, full details of the design of the windows, doors and rooflights to be installed have not been provided. It is therefore considered appropriate to add a condition requesting these details prior to the commencement of development to ensure the materials used are appropriate for a Conservation Area. A condition can also be added to ensure the external fabric of the building is adequately protected during these works.
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Overall, the residential element of the proposal would comply with policies C1 and ENV3 of the LDP as well as policies 7, 14 and 27 of NPF4 in that the provision of eight flats would enhance Paisley Town Centre without reducing the overall quality of the Paisley Town Centre Conservation Area. An acceptable level of amenity could also be provided for all occupants without compromising existing uses found nearby. Business The New Development Supplementary Guidance on Renfrewshire's Network of Centres lists business uses as acceptable within Paisley Town Centre. Policy 26 of NPF4 supports proposals for business uses on sites allocated for such a use in the LDP provided the use is compatible with the primary business function of the area and does not harm residential amenity. As the application site is located within Paisley Town Centre the formation of approximately 400 square metres of Class 4 floorspace would be acceptable in principle and would help support the vitality of Paisley Town Centre by boosting footfall. The Class 4 use would have no impact on the Conservation Area and reuse of a vacant building would again comply with policies 1, 2, 9 and 12 of NPF4 in that it would help minimise lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions. The final subdivision of the business space is not known as this is dependent on the end user(s) and their requirements. The indicative layout submitted by the applicant showing nine small units with a maximum footprint of approximately 40 square metres would however be acceptable. Within the context of helping to facilitate the return of a heritage asset back into active use it is considered proportionate and reasonable to add a condition requiring details of the final subdivision and layout of the business floorspace to be provided prior to the commencement of development. The business space would be compatible with the surrounding area given commercial properties, including Class 4 office space, are found nearby while the use of the whole building for Class 10 commercial purposes is well established. The compatibility of the Class 4 floorspace with the proposed flats was assessed above and, subject to conditions, was found to be acceptable. In line with Policy 13 of NPF4, the Town Centre location means the business use would be well served by existing public transport and active travel links. Dedicated parking spaces are therefore not required but lawful on and off street parking is found nearby if required. Following discussions between the Planning Authority and the applicant, space for secure cycle storage has been provided and a condition can be added to ensure it is in place prior to occupation. In terms of the external alterations required to form the business floorspace, the door on the New Street elevation to be enlarged would not substantially increase in size and would remain subordinate to the main entrance that would serve the flats. The enlarged door opening would also add visual interest to this section of New Street and would help indicate the presence of the Class 4 floorspace given the layout of the building means its existence would not otherwise be obvious from the street. There are no concerns in respect of fenestration and a condition can be added to ensure full details of the door to be installed are provided prior to the commencement of development to ensure its appearance is appropriate for a Conservation Area. Given the above, the provision of business floorspace would comply with Policy C1 of the LDP as well as policies 26 and 27 of NPF4 in that the creation of 400 square metres of Class 4 floorspace would enhance Paisley Town Centre without having a negative impact on
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surrounding uses. This aspect of the development would also comply with Policy ENV3 of the LDP and Policy 7 d) of NPF4 in that the business use and associated external alterations would not harm the character of the Paisley Town Centre Conservation Area. Conclusion The above assessment has found that the creation of Class 4 business space on the ground floor and eight flats on the upper floors would be consistent with all relevant provisions of the Development Plan and all other relevant policies and guidance. The external alterations were also found to be acceptable and would help facilitate the return of a prominent building within a Conservation Area back into active use. The proposal also complies with the broad aims of the Paisley West and Central Local Place Plan in respect of preserving and protecting built heritage in the area. Representations No representations were received. 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. None. 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. 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. Prior to the commencement of development, full details of the design and arrangements of the proposed outdoor amenity space shown on approved drawing SK-P-02 shall be submitted for the written approval of Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Thereafter, the outdoor amenity space shall be completed in strict accordance with the approved plans prior to the occupation of the final flatted dwelling, unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority.
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Reason: In the interests of residential amenity. 3. Prior to the commencement of development, full details of all secondary glazing and/or double glazing and the mechanical ventilation system to be installed across the development shall be submitted for the written approval of Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. The details submitted shall demonstrate: a) that the measures proposed take full cognisance of the findings of the approved ENS Noise Impact Assessment (dated 22nd April 2026). b) that the glazing and ventilation systems to be installed ensure the internal noise level in any flat does not exceed 40dB during the daytime (between 0700 and 2300) and 30dB at night-time (between 2300 and 0700). c) that the glazing and ventilation systems to be installed ensure the LAmax internal noise level in any flat does not exceed 45dB at night-time (between 2300 and 0700). Thereafter, the approved glazing and ventilation system associated with any individual flatted dwelling shall be implemented prior to the occupation of the flat in question and shall remain in place for as long as the flat is used as habitable accommodation, unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure external noise does not have a detrimental impact on residential amenity. 4. The design, installation and operation of any plant, machinery or equipment shall be such that noise associated with the development does not exceed Noise Rating Curve NR25 between the hours of 2300 to 0700 hours and NR 35 at all other times when measured within any flatted dwelling in or in the vicinity of the development. Structure borne vibration from the proposed development shall be imperceptible within any flatted dwelling in or in the vicinity of the development. Reason: In the interest of protecting amenity. 5. Prior to the commencement of development, a plan detailing the final subdivision of the area of business floorspace shown on approved drawing SK-P-01 (Rev A) shall be submitted for the written approval of the Planning Authority. Thereafter, the space shall be subdivided in accordance with the details approved unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: In the interests of residential amenity. 6. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Scotland) Order 1997 (as amended), the use of the ground floor business space shown on drawing SK-P-01 (Rev A) shall be restricted to Class 4 uses only. Reason: In the interests of residential amenity. 7. Prior to the commencement of development, the following details shall be submitted for the written approval of Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority:
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a) the design of all new external glazing, doors and rooflights. b) the design and location of any flues or vents to be installed in association with the mechanical ventilation system. c) details of the materials to be used to partially infill the fire escape doors. d) details of how the external fabric of the building will be protected and, if necessary, made good following the implementation of the alterations approved under a), b) and c) above. Thereafter, the works shall take place in strict accordance with the details approved unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: To safeguard the character of the Conservation Area. 8. Prior to occupation of the first flatted dwelling or the occupation of the business space (whichever comes first), the bin and cycle stores detailed on approved drawing SK-P-01 (Rev A) shall be installed. Thereafter, the approved details shall be installed and implemented, and the bin and cycle stores shall remain in place for the lifetime of the development unless otherwise agreed in writing by Renfrewshire Council as Planning Authority. Reason: In the interests of connectivity and the appropriate storage of waste. Advisory Note(s) 1. For an explanation of the noise rating curves referred to in Condition 4, refer to BS 8233:2014 Sound insulation and noise reduction in buildings- code of practice, Annex B. Schedule of Plans Reviewed Drawing Number Revision Drawing/Document Title LOC-01 Location Plan EX-E-01 Existing Elevations EX-P-01 Existing Plan – Ground EX-P-02 Existing Plan – First EX-P-03 Existing Plan – Second SK-E-01 Proposed Elevations SK-P-01 A Proposed Plan – Ground SK-P-02 A Proposed Plan – First SK-P-03 A Proposed Plan – Second - ENS Noise Impact Assessment (22 April 2026) - Viability Statement - Refuse and Recycling Statement For further information please contact James McCafferty, Development Standards Team, Email: james.mccafferty@renfrewshire.gov.uk