Plans to change a Coleraine House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) to a private residence have been submitted to Causeway Coast and Glens Council.

The application is for 72 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, and seeks permission for a "proposed change of use from HMO property to private residential dwelling plus proposed first floor extension to rear of property, proposed roof extension, erection of porch at front of dwelling, additional/alterations to window openings resulting in elevational changes plus internal alterations. Additional parking proposed via part removal of existing front garden."

A Planning Statement said: "It is proposed to renovate the property to provide suitable accommodation for the applicants to come together as a family under one roof and enjoy time together.

"It is important to highlight that NO rear amenity space is being lost because of the proposed extension as additional accommodation is being provided at first floor level, both over the existing bungalow and also the previously approved flat roofed extension.”