Former Gatehouse Hotel Ipswich could expand to 15-bed HMO

It could become an extended 15-bed HMO <i>(Image: Google Maps)</i>
It could become an extended 15-bed HMO (Image: Google Maps)
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Plans have been submitted to expand a house in multiple occupation inside a former Ipswich hotel.

The Grade II-listed former Gatehouse Hotel, on Old Norwich Road in Whitton, could increase from 13 to 15 bedrooms under proposals from J&A Property Investment Limited.

It could become an extended 15-bed HMO (Image: Google Maps)

The building, also known as Whitton Lodge, was converted from a hotel into an HMO following planning permission granted in 2021.

Under the latest plans, its existing living room and gym would be converted into two en-suite bedrooms measuring 28sqm and 22sqm.

The former hotel bar would become a communal dining room, while the reception hall would provide communal space. No external alterations are proposed.

The property would accommodate a maximum of 15 people, with planning documents saying the applicant intends to house working professionals who would be interviewed and checked before moving in.

CCTV, controlled entrances and key-card bedroom locks are already in place, while a property manager would visit the HMO at least twice a week

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