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Search the Public Notice PortalNine new apartments could be built in Swindon's Railway village.
The Prior Approval application relates to the ground floor of Priam House, Fire Fly Avenue, which has been used for business purposes since 2014.
However, the nature of its use has changed significantly since the pandemic, becoming more intermittent.
As such, the proposal has been driven by the lack of demand for the office space experienced in recent times.
The building's upper floors are already home to 34 residential apartments, and the change of use is not expected to alter the exterior significantly.
Most of the proposed changes are internal, aimed at creating individual apartments that align with the design of the upper floors.
Externally, the building's contemporary appearance is expected to have a minimal visual impact on the area, given the prevalence of commercial-style structures in the vicinity.
The building offers a net internal area of 649.29m² and 26 parking spaces adjacent to the property.
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The proposal is not in conflict with any policy requirements and aligns with the aim to maintain the Swindon Railway Works Conservation Area visual status quo while ensuring its continued vibrancy.
The site is located on the west side of Swindon Town Centre, within the Swindon Railway Works Conservation Area.
Priam House, an unlisted building of modern appearance, occupies the site of former railway works.
The surrounding area is home to several listed buildings, many of which are Grade II.
The site itself is level and mostly devoid of vegetation, presenting no significant impacts.
The application seeks to create nine additional housing units in a sustainable location, building on existing concentrations of activities and infrastructure.
The owners of the lease have struggled to secure a long-term business tenant for over a year, citing changes in work patterns and the availability of other spaces.
The space, which includes a boardroom, separate meeting rooms, and a break out/restaurant area with a wooden floor, kitchenette facilities, and a games area, had been listed in 2024 for around £120,000 a year.
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As such, they believe a residential use would ensure the future viability and vibrancy of both the premises and the surrounding area.
"The proposal has been submitted for prior approval for the change of use from B1 business use to C3 residential, aiming to provide modern residential accommodation in a well-located area," reads the Heritage statement.
"There is no particular or relevant Planning history for the site that would have any bearing on the proposal being considered.
"There have been no other specific enquiries regarding development at the premises other than internal conversion or alterations."
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