Vacant Norwich Road office could be converted into new house

A Norwich Road town centre office could be converted into a new house. <i>(Image: Google Maps)</i>
A Norwich Road town centre office could be converted into a new house. (Image: Google Maps)
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A planning application has been submitted to Ipswich Borough Council to convert a currently vacant office into a two-bedroom house.

The proposal is for the premises at 17 Norwich Road, Ipswich, and includes the removal of a chimney and the blocking up of one door.

A Norwich Road town centre office could be converted into a new house. (Image: Google Maps)

Linked to 17 and 17a Norwich Road, the change of use from commercial to residential is described as a "small-scale development" with no new large-scale building or substantial industrial or commercial activity planned.

The planning proposal includes a scheme mitigation statement, which outlines measures to minimise emissions during construction and to limit operational emissions from the completed development.

The statement also includes provisions for dust control, material handling, and waste removal during the construction phase.

For the operational phase, measures include energy efficiency upgrades, appropriate heating and hot-water equipment, and encouragement for residents to use walking, cycling, and public transport.

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