Lawnmarket cafe extension
Posted on: November 8, 2024
Public space will be infringed
Address: 453 – 455 Lawnmarket Old Town Edinburgh EH1 2NT
Proposal: Sub-division of retail unit to form class 3 cafe (restricted cooking) at lower level at rear and formation of small outside seating area in adjoining yard
Reference No: 24/04968/LBC
Closing date for comments: Fri 08 Nov 2024
Determination date: Mon 09 Dec 2024
Result: Pending
Cockburn Response
We have no objection to the change of use. However, the proposed outside seating area will infringe public space and will be a potential source of noise and disturbance for nearby residents. If approved. regular monitoring of noise levels should be enforced to maintain residential amenity.