The many faces of Hull’s Edwin Davis building 21st February 2019 Demolition work began at the Edwin Davis building on Bond Street last week as part of the £130m Albion Square Development. The building had stood in various different guises, and locations, for more than 150 years. The Edwin Davis Company was established in Market Place in around 1840. By 1910, its premises had been re-fronted, […] Read more Business News Planning Regeneration
Action taken on vacant buildings in Hull 20th February 2019 Action is being taken to tackle vacant buildings in Hull in danger of falling into disrepair. A register containing at-risk structures has been compiled by Hull City Council as part of a push to improve the look of the city. In extreme cases, the local authority will take formal action, including improving the safety or […] Read more News Planning
Banksy mural has not been ‘demolished’ 18th February 2019 The Banksy mural on Scott Street Bridge in Hull has not been demolished, contrary to reports in the media on Monday. A planning process for the Scott Street Bridge where the Banksy mural is located is under way, as reported last month. Extensive consultation with all parties is taking place and will form the basis […] Read more News Planning Transport & Streets BanksyScott Street Bridge
£30m investment plans revealed for Hull transport network 14th February 2019 More than £30 million could be invested in the city’s transport network. The plans would see street lighting, traffic lights and cycling infrastructure given maintenance and upgrade works. It was revealed in a Hull City Council report detailing proposals which would build on plans for a three-year programme of works to improve more than 30 […] Read more Planning Transport & Streets Roadworkstransport
See how Whitefriargate could look under new plans 13th February 2019 This is how one of Hull’s most popular shopping streets could look under new plans. Whitefriargate in the city’s Old Town is Hull City Council’s next major regeneration project. A working group made up of the local authority, the city’s private businesses, stakeholders and partners is being set up to revitalise this key pedestrian route […] Read more News Planning Regeneration Old TownWhitefriargate
Hull City Council promotes Alex Codd to senior economic development role 18th January 2019 Hull City Council has promoted City Planning Manager Alex Codd to a new City Economic Development and Regeneration Manager role. Alex, one of the council’s most highly respected and well-known senior officers, has spent the past 10 years leading the council’s planning team. He has helped in the delivery of major employment opportunities at Siemens, […] Read more Business Housing News Planning
Hull City Council wins prestigious planning award 14th September 2018 Hull City Council has won Yorkshire’s top planning award. The council was honoured for its vision in delivering the £310 million Green Port Hull offshore wind hub at the 2018 Royal Town Planning Institute’s (RTPI) Yorkshire Awards last night. The award was presented at a reception and keynote address ceremony at Sheffield Town Hall. The […] Read more Planning
Kingswood extension appeal dismissed 21st December 2017 The Planning Inspectorate today published its report and appeal decision regarding the land at Ashcombe Road and Barnes Way, Kingswood. Hull City Councils Planning Committee has twice rejected applications for extension to the shops at Kingswood. Following an appeal by Kingswood Parks Development Company, the Planning Inspectorate held an Inquiry into the decision and today, […] Read more Planning
Lord Line building and Hydraulic Tower and Pump House 6th December 2017 Today, Wednesday 6 December, Hull City Council’s Planning Committee refused planning applications to demolish both the Lord Line building and Hydraulic Tower and Pump House. The locally listed Lord Line building and the Grade II listed Hydraulic Pump House & Tower both sit within St Andrews Dock. The dock itself is a conservation area and […] Read more Planning
Property owner prosecuted for building without correct building approval 13th September 2017 A property owner has been prosecuted by Hull City Council for failing to get the correct consent for building works. Mr Gholam Parvis of Hull, was found guilty by Hull Magistrates Court at a hearing on Friday 7 July 2017. Mr Parvis was fined £660 along with costs of £2,295. The prosecution followed complaints from […] Read more Planning
Hull City Council wins Excellence Award 8th September 2017 Hull City Council last night received the Association of Public Service Excellence (APSE) award for Best Public/Private Partnership in recognition of the work done with partners Wykeland Beal to transform the Fruit Market area of Hull. The awards recognise excellence in local government frontline services and highlight local councils that have embraced change, innovation and […] Read more Planning
