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Dec 2023
Harrogate magic show venue approved — subject to noise plan
A planning application to convert a former Harrogate music studio into a magic show venue has been approved — subject to conditions.
Magician Neil Bradley-Smith applied to change the use of Blue Sky Music Studio on Mayfield Grove in September.
He told the Stray Ferret in October he proposed to turn the site into a “speakeasy-style” entertainment venue to perform live shows, adding:
The application was for the change of use from retail to sui generis, which means the use of the venue does not fall into a particular category due to it being unusual.
During consultation, an environmental health officer proposed a condition for controlling noise.
In its decision notice, published yesterday, North Yorkshire Council granted planning permission subject to the development not taking place "until a scheme has been submitted to and agreed in writing by the local planning authority that specifies the provisions that will be implemented for the control of noise emanating from the site".
The council said the measure was being taken to “protect the amenity of the locality, especially for people living and/or working nearby.”
The Stray Ferret contacted Neil Bradley-Smith for a response to the decision, but he did not respond by the time of publication.
Read more:
- Plans submitted to convert Harrogate music studio into magic show venue
- Another Harrogate retail unit could be converted to flats
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