Vacant Pudsey pub which dates to 1916 to be converted as plans given green light
Planning has been approved for an old pub in Pudsey to become four business units.
Last week, Leeds City Council approved the plans for the Oddfellows Hall, which closed two years ago, to be converted into two financial/professional services and two shops.
Work on the Richardshaw Lane building will include demolishing the rear extension and extending the existing first floor flat.
The old pub forms part of Stanningley Bottom Local Centre, an area with shops, restaurants and a climbing centre.
The building dates back to 1916 and planning documents mention its traditional character and local heritage value, particularly its stone frontage and windows.
Previously the applicant, Verma Developments Ltd, applied to demolish the pub, claiming it was a “dangerous” building, however this was rejected by the council.
Planning conditions require the work to begin within three years.