The report states: 

The proposal fails to meet the requirements of policy Env2 – Demolition of Listed Buildings and policy Env5 – Demolition in Conservation Areas and has neither demonstrated that an alternative use cannot be found nor that the building cannot be economically repaired.

1. The proposal is contrary to Edinburgh City Local Plan Policy Env 2 in respect of Listed Buildings – Demolition as the building is of historic and architectural interest and:

a) the condition of the building is not incapable of repair;

b) marketing has been at a value reflecting redevelopment rather than restoration; and

c) the proposal does not give any public benefit

2.The proposal is contrary to Edinburgh City Local Plan Policy Env 5 in respect of Conservation Areas – Demolition of Buildings, as the proposal would result in the loss of a building of historic and architectural importance to the character and appearance of the conservation area.

All objections spoke strongly against the loss of this iconic listed building.