Plan to convert water tower into three-bed home

The plans for Askham Richard Water Tower in York feature a log cabin-style extension

A disused water tower could be turned into a modern home featuring a log cabin-style extension if plans get the go ahead.

The owner of the building in Askham Richard has applied for permission from City of York Council to convert it into a three-bedroom home.

Their architect has submitted papers detailing how the original openings of the tower would be reinstated as bedroom windows.

The site, which was formerly used for a TV mast, was sold at auction for £50,000 last year.

The new plans have been amended from a previous scheme which was withdrawn in June, and which included a two-storey extension rather than a single new floor.

According to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, a bedroom, bathroom, lounge and connection would link to a second bedroom on the ground floor and the extension would be circular and clad in wood.

The applicant has stated that the property has good access to local facilities, the A64 and public transport connections.

The proposal is currently under consideration.

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