The development consist of retention of ground floor retail and takeaway uses, with apartments to the first/second floor levels The design allows for apartments with external windows for natural light and ventilation suitable for residential use

Prior Notification - The development consists of retention of offices to the ground floor and conversion to apartments to the first and second floor. This following the precedence set for buildings immediately adjacent the application site. The design and layout of the apartments ensures all apartment will have external windows to ensure natural light and suitable usage as a residential dwelling.

Prior Notification - Change of Use from Offices (Class B1(a)) to Dwellinghouses (Class C3) The proposed works will restore the mid-terraced property, currently used as office space, to its original purpose of a single residential dwelling. This will involve full refurbishment of the interior, including upgrades to the electric and plumbing systems to comply with current regulations and also improve the energy efficiency of the dwelling. Additionally, external walls and roof space will be insulated further ensuring the property's energy efficiency. A fully fitted kitchen and utility room will be installed on the ground floor at the rear of the property. A ground floor WC/shower room will also be created, bringing the number of bathroom facilities in line with modern living. On the first floor, there is currently a small kitchenette and separate WC, these will be converted into a family bathroom. The proposed works will also incorporate full decor and new flooring throughout to create a light and spacious family home. All rooms have external windows allowing plenty of natural light. The bedrooms will be fitted with fire escape windows. There will be no changes to the exterior at the front of the property, other than tidying up the small front garden and painting of windowsills and lintels to improve the kerb appeal. To the rear, a low maintenance garden will be enclosed by a fence and the parking spaces will be accessed via a garden gate.