Planning applications in Sunderland, July 2025

56-90 High Street West Sunderland SR1 3DP

Outline planning application for a mixed-used development which could include retail, food and drink, commercial, offices, residential uses and serviced apartments (Use Classes C1, C3, E and sui generis), demolition of the existing buildings (full or partial), demolition of the pedestrian bridge over St Mary's Boulevard, with associated infrastructure and landscaping works (all matters reserved except access) (response to Environment Agency comments received 18/11/25, updated drainage strategy received 24/11/25)

Former Simpson Street School Simpson Street Sunderland

Conversion of existing office space to create 6no. new apartments

Former Simpson Street School Simpson Street Sunderland

Internal alterations for the conversion of existing office space to create 6no. new apartments, including provision of new internal doors and walls

Victoria Viaduct Victoria Bridge House Washington NE38 8LQ

Initial inspections and intrusive works including: Localised ground investigations; Intrusive structural investigations and associated reinstatement; The purpose of these investigations is to support a feasibility study which may lead to proposals to bring the structure back into rail use.

5 Elms West Sunderland SR2 7BY

Change of use from dwelling house (Use Class C3) to provide supported accommodation consisting of 7no. Bedrooms, an office and shared kitchen space (Use Class C2)