Save Leith Walk is a grassroots public campaign to prevent the demolition of a building, protect the heritage of the Walk, and celebrate the very essence of what Leith is.
Please join us.
View the Planning applications
The DEADLINE to object to both applications was 28th September 2018.
The two applications (demolition + new development) gathered over 3,500 official objections (!). This is unprecedented in Edinburgh.
The case is now in the hands of the Planning Department. We will keep you updated.
You can still view the applications online.
- The 1st Planning application is for the demolition of the red sandstone building at 106-154 Leith Walk.
Click on this link to view the Full Planning application documents.
- The 2nd Planning application is for the new development.
Click on this link to view the Full Planning application documents (inc. all drawings).
The proposed development
Drum Property group have submitted a Full Planning Application for a huge mixed development at Steads place, Leith Walk.
The Planning details are:
- Demolition of the red sandstone buildings at 106 – 154 Leith Walk, where a number of lively and well loved local businesses currently operate.
- 523 Student bedrooms.
- 56 bedrooms hotel.
- 6-7 storey high buildings.
- Only 53 ‘affordable’ housing flats.
Click here to view the proposed site plan.
Click here to view the proposed elevations (1/2).
Click here to view the proposed elevations (2/2).
Planning Reports prepared by the Campaign
Save Leith Walk Campaign have drawn up two reports which list a number of material considerations why both the demolition of 106-154 Leith Walk and the new developments proposed for that site should be rejected. These material considerations are so significant that we believe fair consideration by planning officials and the planning committee will lead to the refusal of planning permission for the new development.
We have produced these with the help of volunteers with skills in planning, architecture, community development, environmental issues and other areas.
If you are considering making an objection to either of the planning applications you may find some useful information in these that support your own concerns. We are happy for all interested parties to use our information as long as it is in line with our aims of saving Leith Walk and maintaining a vibrant and diverse community in Leith.
Please click here to download the SaveLeithWalk objection report to the demolition
Please click here to download the SaveLeithWalk report to Planning Submission.
If you can add something further to our conclusions, we would welcome this input.
Please email us at slwplanningcomments@gmail.com by Monday 24th September.
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