Homes plan announced for 'shabby' city centre pub
The Crompton Tavern is a two minute walk from the city centre but can no longer keep afloat, say developers
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A "shabby" Derby city centre pub which closed eight years ago could be turned into an 11-bedroom house.
Plans have been lodged with the city council to convert the Crompton Tavern into a house in multiple occupation (HMO) for up to 14 people.
According to the Campaign for Real Ale, the Crompton Street venue called last orders in 2016.
Applicant Axel Homes said operating as a pub was no longer viable on a one-way street with no passing trade.
It added the need for residential properties inside the ring road was great.
The conversion would see a mix of bedsit studio rooms and bedrooms created, with a communal space for people without their own kitchen facilities.
In a planning statement, it said: “It’s becoming more and more difficult for small independent public houses to match the large chain bars and pubs which have moved into the city.
'Most viable use'
“Currently the external appearance of Crompton Tavern has seen better days, regenerating the building would help preserve the fabric of the building and help to improve the image of Crompton Street as often a shabby pub can bring down the appearance of the whole street.
“The conversion of Crompton Tavern into an 11-bedroom HMO is the most viable use for the property.”
The former pub garden would be landscaped to provide a shared space for residents, while a bike and bin store would be built should plans be approved.
Derby City Council will consider the application in due course.
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