Brand new pictures of plans for Wakefield Magistrates' Court conversion

These are the latest images of what 18th century Wakefield Magistrates' Court could look like if plans are approved.
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Wakefield Magistrates' Court

A planning application submitted to Wakefield Council would mean the Grade-II listed former court house would become 14 flats and office space if permission is granted.

The building was last used as a court in September 2016 and has been empty since.

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Under the plans the 1970s frontage on King Street would be converted into a "glazed curtain walling system and stone cladding".

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Wakefield Magistrates' Court

The historical cell block layout, including cell doors, would be retained under the plans.

Meanwhile a £1 million project is underway to repair the structural damage at the former Wakefield Crown Court.

Michael Sunderland said: "DMS Architecture are delighted to be working with Tri-Core Developments and Core Build to bring this vacant historic building in Wakefield City Centre back into a viable long-term use.

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"The proposed conversion will create a variety of attractive bespoke apartments (including storage spaces within the former cells) that value and utilise the important heritage features of the building.

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Wakefield Magistrates' Court

"The new office floorspace will create activity along King Street and incorporates replacement of the 1970s infill elevation with a modern, fully-glazed active frontage with stone surrounds - respecting the historic buildings that date back to the 18th century."