The Washington: Plans submitted for 18-storey flats next to popular Sheffield boozer

Plans have gone in for an 18-storey block of flats next door to one of Sheffield’s most popular pubs.

Published 20th Jun 2022, 10:22 BST

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Some 144 apartments could go up next to The Washington on Fitwilliam Street.

The scheme would see the demolition of buildings to make way for three structures of four, 10 and 18 storeys.

A planning application has been submitted to Sheffield City Council by Trustees of Ashdell Pension Scheme and Crosslane Residential Living.

The flats would stand next to The Washington

The flats would stand next to The Washington

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