A statutory planning notice has been formally published, initiating a public consultation period for a series of significant development applications across Plymouth. The notice was issued on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, appearing both on the Public Notice Portal and in The Herald newspaper. This action lists multiple proposals, including sites located near postcodes PL4 6HT, PL1 2PY, and other specific areas within the city.
Public Consultation Period Now Open
The submissions detailed in the notice encompass requests for both full planning permission and listed building consent. Crucially, members of the public and local stakeholders now have a 21-day window to examine the proposals and submit formal representations to the local planning authority. This period is a vital component of the democratic planning process, allowing community input before decisions are finalised.
Key Applications at a Glance
The published notice highlights several notable applications:
- Applications 25/01659/FUL and 25/01660/LBC — Plymouth High School for Girls: This proposal seeks permission for the erection of two free-standing, timber-frame pergola-style canopies on existing hardstanding areas. The works are described as external and do not involve the creation of new internal floor space.
- Application 26/00003/LBC — 71 Citadel Road: This application requests listed building consent for internal alterations to facilitate a change of use from a hotel (Use Class C1) to a 12-bed house in multiple occupation (HMO), which is classified as Sui Generis.
- Application 26/00002/FUL — 71 Citadel Road: A companion application seeking full planning permission for the same change of use from hotel to a 12-bed HMO at 71 Citadel Road, including associated works. The council notes this application is part-retrospective.
- Application 25/01682/LBC — 69 Haye Road: This is a re-submission for listed building consent for a single-storey rear extension. It follows previous applications 25/00903/FUL and 25/00904/LBC, incorporating minor amendments to the original plans.
- Application 25/01662/LBC — 3 Bowden Farm: This proposal covers the installation of a single wall-mounted electric vehicle charging point with all associated cabling, representing an incremental step in local infrastructure to support greener transport.
How to View Documents and Submit Comments
All planning applications referenced in the notice are available for public scrutiny on Plymouth City Council’s official planning online pages. For residents without personal internet access, facilities are available at local Plymouth Libraries to view these documents online.
The council actively encourages anyone with concerns or who believes they may be adversely affected by any of the proposals to review the full documentation and submit a representation. All comments must be received by the local planning authority within the 21-day deadline, calculated from the advertisement date of Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
For specific queries regarding the applications, individuals can contact the council’s dedicated planning team directly on 01752 304366.
Important Considerations for Residents and Businesses
The notice provides key clarifications on the nature of the proposed works:
- The Plymouth High School for Girls project involves outdoor structures only, with no new internal building space proposed.
- The dual applications for 71 Citadel Road comprehensively seek permission for its conversion into a 12-bed HMO, requiring both planning permission and listed building consent due to the nature of the alterations.
- The Haye Road application is a revised submission for work on a listed building, with only minor changes from the previously submitted plans.
- The Bowden Farm EV charger installation is a small-scale infrastructure project supporting the transition to electric vehicles.
For complete details, including comprehensive site plans, any planning constraints, and officer contact information, interested parties are urged to consult Plymouth City Council’s planning portal directly and review the original public notice. The council has confirmed that each application will be assessed strictly on its individual planning merits, in full accordance with both national policy frameworks and local development plans.
