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Flats plan for former chemist and pub in Lancaster

The former Cohen's Chemist and Rose Tavern pub in Lancaster

Plans have been revealed to convert a former chemist and pub in Lancaster into flats.

Planning permission has been requested to change the closed-down Cohen's Chemist, previously the Rose Tavern pub, into nine studio flats.

The full application, by Tarik Jayousi, is for a change of use of 52-54 Ullswater Road to nine studio flats and a three storey dwelling including erection of single storey rear extension, installation of external steps, installation of windows and doors

The vacant building is in a residential street on the junction with Dalton Road.

"Previously the site was occupied by a public house on the ground floor with living accommodation above," says a design and access statement, submitted with the plans to Lancaster City Council.

"The ground floor was converted into a chemist shop approximately 13 years ago and the rooms above left vacant. There is evidence the properties were previously divided on the ground floor by a separating wall.

"It has been demonstrated that the proposed high-quality alterations have been designed to sit well within their location and contributes positively to the character of the area.

"It includes elements of modern design with traditional local materials.

"The proposed development is intended to be used for rented living accommodation and represents an appropriate development opportunity. It is therefore concluded that this application is worthy of support."

Lancaster City Council will make a decision on whether to grant planning permission in due course.

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