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Sept 2023
Government approves Harrogate aparthotel plan
The government has approved a plan to convert the upper floors of a Harrogate town centre building into an aparthotel.
Leeds-based Countrylarge tabled the proposal to create the 17-bedroom scheme on the floors above the Oliver Bonas store on James Street.
Aparthotels are serviced apartments with a hotel-style booking system. London-based operator, Beyond, was brought in to run the aparthotel.
However, in November 2022, Harrogate Borough Council rejected the plan on the grounds that the scheme would “not enhance or preserve the character and appearance of the conservation area”.
The developer took the decision to the government’s Planning Inspectorate, which deals with planning disputes.
Now, Graham Wraight, planning inspector, has given the proposal the go-ahead.
In a decision notice, Mr Wraight said the development would provide “acceptable living conditions” should restrictions be made on length of stay — contrary to the council’s reasons for refusal.
He said:
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