Retrospective planning permission is sought to change the use of an existing retail shop into a hot food takeaway.

Felling of a cypress tree situated at the front of the property to address subsidence issues.

Felling of a Buddleia tree in the front garden and eco-plug treatment of the remaining stump.

Crown reduction works are proposed for three mature conifer trees situated at the rear of the property.

Discharge of condition eight details are submitted regarding a previously approved application at Durham Care Residential Home. The underlying application provides for the change of use of the residential care home to a 15-bedroom house in multiple occupation alongside associated external alterations.

External alterations are proposed to the building, including the removal of a rear external stairwell, changes to rear windows and doors, and the installation of new vents on the front elevation. Additional works involve roof repairs, new drainage, and the removal of existing rooflights.

Proposals involve the construction of a single detached dwelling house.

It is proposed to remove an existing pre-fabricated storage unit and erect a new two-storey dwelling with a rear dormer roof.

This application proposes the retrospective change of use of a residential family dwelling into a children's home providing solo care for one child.