Madelvic Car Factory
Posted on: August 9, 2024
A welcome contribution to the ongoing growth of the broader Granton area
Address: Former Production Block Madelvic House Granton Park Avenue Edinburgh
Proposal: Conversion of former Wireworks building to 28 No. townhouse dwellings, associated external fabric repairs including new roof and external works
Reference: 24/03038/FUL
Closing date for comments: Fri 16 Aug 2024
Determination date: Fri 13 Sep 2024
Cockburn Response
The Cockburn supports this application.
The Cockburn welcomes these proposals submitted by the Lar Housing Trust for the conversion of the former production block at Madelvic House, Granton , which is believed to have been the oldest purpose built car factory in the UK.
In recent years, the site, which houses several industrial buildings and structures, has become a target for vandalism and graffiti. The plans to be submitted to the council will see the construction of 28 townhouses on the site, preserving the original industrial features. This housing development is a welcome contribution to the ongoing growth of the broader Granton area.
Two two-story wings made of brick, timber, and steel make up the B-listed former factory building. It is noted that, according to the planning application, the roof over the courtyard was removed because of its poor structural integrity.
We are aware that a central courtyard is intended as a shared amenity space and that each townhouse will have a private front gardens. It is unfortunate that the application does not provide more comprehensive information about these important features..
The previously approved access towers appear disproportionate and out of scale.