Bradford: Plans for new restaurant in former bank building hits two major setbacks

The former HSBC building, 378 Manchester Road, is being turned into a restaurant called Dynamite.

It would have seating for 76 diners.

Bradford Council recently received two planning applications for the unit by Tanveer Hussain – one to install an extractor flue and service hatch for deliveries, and the other for new signage for the building.

Both applications have been refused by planning officers.

Referring to the flue, officers said: “The application form does not state that works have commenced on site, however, from visiting the site, it is evident that an external extraction flue and weathered louvered have already been installed to the rear of the building with the rear of the site open.

“It is large and differs in appearance and size to that shown on the submitted plans, it has a galvanised metal finish and appears to be wider and bulkier than shown on plan.

“No noise impact assessment or hours of operation have been provided to determine the level of noise to be generated from the external extraction flue and the service delivery hatch.”

Referring to the planned signage, officers said: “The sign will form a large strident feature which will dominate the principal elevation of the building with the bold font and vivid illuminated colours to further amplify their appearance.

“The proposal will form discordant and harmful features which will affect the character and appearance of the host property, the commercial row and the wider street scene.”