9 St Colme Street
Posted on: June 25, 2026
Further information is required before a complete assessment of this proposal can be made.
Address: 9 St Colme Street Edinburgh EH3 6AA
Proposal: Change of use from Class 4 office to Class 7 hotel including internal alterations.
Reference: 26/01515/FUL
Closing date for comments: Fri 15 May 2026
Determination date: Fri 19 Jun 2026
Result: Pending
Cockburn Response
The Cockburn Association recognises the restrained external approach adopted by the proposal and welcomes the retention of important historic features within this Category A listed building. The absence of significant external alteration means that the proposal would have limited direct impact on the appearance of St Colme Street, the New Town Conservation Area and the World Heritage Site.
However, concerns remain regarding the cumulative impact of continued hotel and visitor accommodation growth within central Edinburgh, together with the extent of internal alteration proposed within a highly significant listed building.
Further information is required regarding heritage impacts, replacement windows, operational arrangements and the wider strategic implications of the loss of office accommodation before a complete assessment of this application can be progressed.