PLANS have been lodged to convert part of a grade II listed building in Barrow into flats and office space to protect the site for ‘years to come’.

Tim Clarke has submitted a planning application to Westmorland and Furness Council to convert the first and second floor of 105 Duke Street into three one-bedroom flats and office space.

Planning documents state: “The intention is to form 3 flats, 2 at first floor level and 1 at second floor level, for which there is a huge demand in Barrow and this change of use will protect and maintain this listed building for years to come.

“It is considered that due to the scale / design of the proposals the impact will be minimal and of no detriment to the listed building or the conservation area with no negative impact.

“Bringing the property into full use again by undertaking these works will enhance the area and protect the building for the foreseeable future, for the better of the protecting building and the community.”