Applications: 2026

In addition to the new applications listed below, further responses were sent relating to the following applications:

Prince Bishops Place, 2026

DM/26/00566/FPA

Prince Bishops Shopping Centre High Street Durham DH1 3UJ

Revised scheme incorporating amendments, for the redevelopment of the existing shopping centre, comprising partial demolition of the shopping centre above the existing mall level (Levels 5 and above) and erection of replacement commercial units (Class E), and purpose built student accommodation (Sui Generis) at Level 5 and above, along with a new outdoor public square and public realm improvements. External alterations to the boat repair and maintenance workshop including use of external area to create outside terrace (Class E), external alterations to the elevations of the retained areas of the shopping centre and car park, hard and soft landscaping and other associated works.

Comment

30-31 Silver Street

DM/26/00228/FPA

30 – 31 Silver Street Durham DH1 3RD

Rear extension to form a 4-bed HMO (Use Class C4) with additional basement storage and alterations to the adjoining external staircase.

Objection

2 The College, 2026

DM/26/00768/LB

2 The College Durham DH1 3EQ

Proposed structural interventions including removal and reinstatement of existing first floor joists with new steel supporting beams, replacement of existing ground floor internal walls, new insulated ground floor construction to Living Room & Hall and replacement of 1no. window unit. The interventions are to ensure the structural integrity of the building and are proposed to be carried out along with current works relating to approved application reference DM/25/02136/LB.

Support

Durham Cathedral, 2026

DM/26/00694/LB

Durham Cathedral The College Durham DH1 3EH

Lead roof covering renewal; stonework conservation and repair; lead hopper and downpipes; redecoration and conservation of ribbed vaults.

Support

Whitechurch, 29 Church Street Head, Painted Wall Signage

DM/26/00770/AD

Whitechurch 29 Church Street Head Durham DH1 3DN

Hand painted signage to front and side elevation gable and walls (retrospective)

Objection

6-7 Market Place Roof Extension

DM/26/00765/FPA

6 – 7 Market Place Durham DH1 3HL

Change of use of the upper floors, including internal alterations and roof extension, to create three apartments (Use Class C4).

Objection

70 Saddler Street, 2026

DM/26/00633/FPA

70 Saddler Street Durham DH1 3NP

Change of use from Class E to form a C4 HMO through the incorporation of a second floor room previously used as commercial space.

Comment

Lloyds Bank-19 Market Place

DM/26/00402/FPA

Lloyds Bank 19 Market Place Durham DH1 3NL

Removal of 4No. condensing units and 2No. ventilation units with associated ductwork, as well as installation of a new Salda AmberAir Compact S-R-2000-H-E-L-C1 Air Handling Unit, 1No. Daikin VRF condensing unit on the first floor roof deck, and moving 1no. existing condensing unit to a new location on the roof, with associated works internally.

Comment