Go-ahead for £18m flat plan after fears over noise eased

Concerns raised over music venue’s future

- Sentinel Reporter

PLANS for 63 affordable flats on a former nightclub site will go ahead after councillors received assurances over noise.

Dozens of people objected to Aspire Housing's £18 million proposals for two blocks of flats on the former site of the Zanzibar nightclub in Newcastle - with many fearing the development would put nearby music venue The Rigger at risk.

The objectors were concerned that future residents would make noise complaints about The Rigger, which stands on the other side of Marsh Parade.

Members of the planning committee at Newcastle Borough Council put off a decision last month so the noise issue could be considered in detail.

An updated report includes specific planning conditions about maximum noise levels, non-opening windows and mechanical ventilation systems.