Plans have been revealed to repair and restore a former Morecambe antiques centre by converting it into 11 flats.
The proposals are for the former Tysons Antiques on Clark Street in the town, which was a popular antiques showroom for more than 50 years.
In 2022, Beyond Radio ran a feature on Tysons Antiques, following the announcement that the antiques centre was set to close due to the retirement of its owners.
Read more: Morecambe antiques dealer closing after more than 50 years - Beyond Radio
The warehouse on Clark Street run by the Tyson family, opposite where Morecambe fire station used to be, was a treasure trove of furniture, clocks, paintings and other antique items, packed to the rafters on two floors.
It is now vacant following the closure of the business.
A report submitted with the plans says the building is in "poor condition and requires significant investment".
"Now vacant, the existing building was last used as an antiques retail warehouse," said the report, by Jeffrey Jordan Architects on behalf of the applicant.
"It was originally built as a car showroom.
"The proposals within this application do not affect the use of the building, however, we note our client will be submitting a separate change of use application to convert the building into residential use.
"The building is in poor condition and requires significant investment to its existing external fabric.
"Repurposing this redundant building will allow the walls, floor, roof and windows to be repaired and uprated to meet current building regulations, securing the buildings future as an important part of the local area’s history."
Below, how the former Tysons Antiques looks now. Image by Jeffrey Jordan Architects.
"The changes to the appearance are in keeping with the existing building, using materials that match and complement the existing building," says the report.
"Although not viewable from street level, a new single ply roof with insulation shall overclad the existing roof. This will thermally uprate the roof as well as make it watertight. The roof currently leaks in several places and urgently needs attention.
"The existing walls are rendered with a white paint finish. The paint work is flaking and the render damaged on a large area of the building. It is proposed to remove this existing render and replace it with new matching render.
"The existing windows and doors are of timber construction and single glazed. It is proposed these are replaced with uPVC double glazed windows and doors that match the existing appearance.
"Several windows and doors are either boarded up with temporary timber sheets or blocked up with blockwork. It is proposed that all of these are existing openings are exposed, and or adjusted, to bring the building back in line with how it historically was. This will not only improve the aesthetic of the building but also enhance the local area."
Tysons Antiques purchased the premises from Pye Motors in 1985.
"It is assumed the building was constructed for Pye Motors as a car showroom between 1931 and 1937 and remained as a car showroom until 1985 when the premises were purchased by the current owners," says the report.
"The impact of the proposals should be positive as the building is to be repaired and restored. It will not only enhance the street scene and local area, but add to the bigger picture of Morecambe’s revival as a top UK destination.
"The applicant is striving to produce a high quality, sympathetic design that fits well within the local environment and meets modern standards. The future of this building will be secured by approving the proposed changes, which in turn will allow much needed investment."
The planning application is for prior approval for the change of use of a commercial building into 11 flats. The applicant is Mr B Drewery of Clark Street Limited.
Lancaster City Council will make a decision on whether to grant planning permission in due course.
The full plans can be found at the council website lancaster.gov.uk in the planning section, reference number 25/00186/PAC.
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