Locals positive about homes plan for King Street in Norwich

The proposals would see 38 apartments and 17 townhouses established on King Street, next to Dragon Hall. 

"It would be nice to see these medieval buildings brought back into use," said David Newnham, who has lived in King Street for more than two years.

David Newnham has been living near the site for more than two years (Image: William Warnes)

"It's sad to see what is such a historic building look like what could be described as a wreck. 

"So I'm glad see something being done."

The Grade II* listed buildings at 125-125A would be divided vertically into four townhouses, with gardens and parking to the rear, while the buildings at 127 and 129 would be converted into eight apartments. 

The additional homes would be new builds on the remaining areas of the site.

"The site has been an eyesore for a long time," said Steve Kittle, owner of the nearby Butterfly Cafe. 

Steve Kittle, the owner of Butterfly Cafe, said the development would help the street fulfil its potential (Image: Archant)

"So it's lovely to see it potentially coming back into use. 

"I think the project could help King Street fulfil its potential."

Simon Harlow, who has lived in the area for three years, attended the public exhibition at Dragon Hall last Thursday.

"I'm pretty much in favour of it," he said.

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The historic site is located next to Dragon Hall (Image: William Warnes)

"It is well thought out and will be positive for the area as long as all the promises made are fulfilled. 

"The things I am concerned about is more traffic and the few low-energy homes currently detailed in the plans."

A spokesman for Waller Planning, the project's planning consultants, said the exhibition was well-attended. 

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The proposals would see 55 homes created in King Street (Image: Mii Studio Architecture)

"The site is clearly one which people are keen to see regenerated," he said.

"We are grateful for the many comments we received from local people, which were generally very positive and helpful.

"The next step for us is now to consider how we may need to amend our proposals in light of these comments, prior to submitting a planning application in the next few weeks."