North Lincolnshire Council planners have now decided an application relating to one the most historic buildings in Brigg town centre.
The Manor House, once the seat of the Elwes family which owned extensive areas of land and property in Brigg, was later passed to Nuns for use as a convent and school until the early 1970s, following which it was converted into residential accommodation.
Members of the Elwes family held the title Lord of the Manor in Brigg over many decades.
Planning permission has now been granted for 2 Manor House Convent, on Bigby Street, to make internal alterations and for the replacement of a rear bay window with bifold doors.
This Brigg Conservation Area application, relating to an 18th century listed building, was submitted late last year.
A heritage statement submitted by an architect for the applicant stressed: "My client is drawn to the historic importance of the building and wishes to enhance the internal character as part of their renovation of the property."
A subsequent assessment report prepared by council staff concluded: "The proposal would be in materials traditional to the property and would not result in any impact appreciably upon its character or the wider area."
No objections were received during the mandatory consultation period.
The planning authority has yet to rule on another application which relates to No 3 Manor House Convent (adjoining No 2). Notice of intention to fell a False Acacia tree situated within Brigg Conservation Area was submitted last month. The tree is behind the property.
PICTURED: Above - 2 Manor House Convent (on the left) with 3 next door. Below - the Convent circa 1970 when Bigby Street still formed part of the A18.
