Planning news across Radstock this week and Mirage Inks application is refused

Planning news in and around Radstock this week :

Applications include :

Corbiere, on Morley Terrace, in Radstock, has put in an application for a single storey extension. Details under 23/01545/FUL

The building of a three bedroomed house at 14 Springfield Buildings, Radstock is moving ahead, with an application to discharge of condition 5 of application 22/02364/FUL - that is for the home, associated amenity space, refuse and recycling storage and parking, to follow demolition of existing boundary wall (Resubmission).). Details under 23/01569/COND

The homeowners of 7 Daneacre Road, Radstock, have applied for various tree works including reducing in height by approximately 7 metres a contorted Willow. Details under 23/01605/TCA

The homeowners of 6 Old Pit Terrace, Clandown, Radstock have put in an application to fell a Willow at the property. 23/01607/TCA

And 13 Meadow View, Radstock has put in an application to put in a new roof and rear dormer for loft conversion. Details under 23/01556/FUL

The owners of 43 West Hill Gardens, Westfield has put in an application for a two-storey rear extension. Details under reference 23/01551/FUL

Planning decisions made by B&NES this week include:

Tall Timbers , on Pow's Hill, in Clandown, has been given the go-ahead for a double storey front extension.

An application by Mirage Inks Ltd, at Coombend, for redevelopment of the site comprising of demolition of office building and single storey structures and conversion of former winding house to a detached dwelling and three new dwellings, has been refused. One of the reasons for the refusal is that "The application fails to provide satisfactory evidence that circumstances have changed to the extent that there is no reasonable prospect of land or premises being used for industrial and warehousing uses."

Optima Products, Mill Road in Radstock has been allowed to begin the installation of 303 solar panels on the roof.

The homeowners of 2 Pine Walk, in Westfield can go ahead with building a new garage in the garden.

And in case you missed it Bath Rugby is asking the public for their views on the proposed new stadium at The Recreation Ground.

The club said: "We have created an iconic, yet sensitive design that will deliver an incredible matchday experience.

"But more than that, our proposed design will be a year round civic venue, in service to the city, alongside a redeveloped, more open and well maintained riverside for all to enjoy."

Public feedback on the proposals was first sought a decade ago in 2013, with further consultations happening in 2018, but the Covid pandemic delayed Bath Rugby's plans.

Now a planning application for the new stadium is set to be submitted this year after another round of public consultation.

The first of three consultations this month was held at the Rec on Saturday ahead of the game against Saracens, for those with tickets. Two further consultations will be open to everyone. They will be held on:

• May 10, 11am – 7pm. Widcombe Social Club. BA2 6AA
• May 18, 3pm – 7pm. First Office Suite, South Stand, The Rec

The plans will see the whole ground moved slightly to the east, away from the river. The centre of the pitch will be aligned with Johnstone Street, which will frame the goal posts at the north end.

New east and west stands will be erected with "floating" cantilever roofs. The tops of these stands will be level with the Grand Parade across the river. The south stand will also be refurbished and extended, and a low uncovered stand will be built at the north end of the pitch.

Bath Rugby also proposed a new "enhanced" riverside, with new planting, walkways, and a cafe.

The club stated: "Talk of the redevelopment of The Rec has gone on for decades, but we are now ready to ask for the city's permission and build for the future.

"We have a plan which we believe will maintain the unique experience each and every person has on matchday; an experience unavailable in any other stadium around the world – the experience of watching an incredible game on the pitch while only needing to lift your head to the views of Bathwick Hill, the Abbey, the Empire, Johnstone Street and Grand Parade to know that you are in a World Heritage Site.

"The intimate relationship that The Rec and the Club have with the city is utterly unique and something we cherish. Redevelopment will enable us to continue contributing for future generations."

More information, and a portal to submit your feedback, can be found here: https://www.bathrugby.com/stadium-for-bath/