An appraisal of the historic buildings within the Jameson Street Conservation Area will go to Cabinet later this month.

This appraisal will indicate the importance of key buildings within the Conservation Area and then help inform the management plan to help shape and guide future development within the expanded area.

Approval will be sought for Hull City Council to consult on amendments to the current boundary of the conservation area, re-naming of the conservation area and adoption of a new conservation area appraisal and management plan.

A re-survey of the Jameson Street Conservation Area and surrounding areas has identified that the designated boundary does not include surrounding buildings of architectural interest dating to the 19th and early to mid-20th century.

To provide a coherent area of special architectural and historic special interest, it is proposed to extend the conservation area to include additional areas of Jameson Street and King Edward Street, and adjoining streets.

Expanding the designated area along Ferensway to include buildings on the Local Heritage List is also part of the proposals to ensure that the conservation area ‘Jameson Street’ is accurately reflected.

Cllr Paul Drake-Davis, the council’s portfolio holder for regeneration and housing, said: “Jameson Street is characterised by an eclectic mix of buildings and it is only right that they are preserved in such a way.

“This appraisal will allow the council to do that, as well as make for a smoother process when planning is submitted by current or prospective tenants in what is a popular area of Hull’s city centre.”

Should approval be given by Cabinet, the council will engage with stakeholders, as well as co-ordinate online surveys and public drop-in sessions, as part of a formal public consultation process.