DEVELOPERS are planning to build a block of flats directly opposite an iconic town centre landmark.

Plans to construct a four-storey apartment block across from the Nan Tait building in Barrow were submitted earlier this year in July.

The scheme for the empty site, which sits on the corner of Abbey Road and Dalkeith Street, has been recommended for approval to Barrow Borough Council's planning committee in October.

Michael McKenzie, from Bardsea, has submitted the application to build a brick and steel block of flats directly opposite the grade II listed building in Abbey Road.

The plans reveal the block would contain a total of eight self-contained flats - six with two bedrooms and two with one bedroom.

A number of concerns have been raised about the apartment block, including the impact on nearby listed buildings.

One neighbour, who responded to a public consultation, said they believed the development would "severely impact on the current light available" to their balcony.

Another concern raised was the parking situation which one resident described as "critical" at present.

Fears that approximately 14 more vehicles could pose problems for those already struggling to park were cited in the planning documents.

Other concerns which will be addressed at the meeting include noise and sound insulation as well as the overall appearance of the structure and whether it will fit in in an area with a high concentration of listed buildings.

The council's planning committee is set to make a decision on the plans at a meeting at Barrow Town Hall on Tuesday October 4. Planning officers have recommended that permission is granted.