Two Victorian townhouses in Nottingham could be brought back into use as a care home, according to new plans.
The two properties, built in the 1880s, are in Trent Lane. They were converted into office space during the construction of homes on the new Trent Basin estate, but now sit vacant.
Hundreds of homes have been built in Trent Basin as part of the regeneration of the area, and the office space was used by the developers of the estate before its completion.
A new pedestrian and cycle bridge is currently being built over the River Trent to link Rushcliffe borough to the city, with plans to lift the structure into place in November.
The semi-detached townhouses could now be converted for use as supported living for adults between the ages of 18 and 25, who are living with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Plans have been submitted to Nottingham City Council by Jason Nunn, of Nunn Property Developments Limited.
Planning documents say: “The proposal seeks to deliver a safe, inclusive, and person-centred environment that supports young adults in developing life skills, independence, and social inclusion.
“The proposed conversion secures the long-term future of the building, avoiding vacancy and deterioration.
“There is a clear and pressing need for supported accommodation for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Nottingham.
“Local social care and housing strategies highlight the importance of providing transitional accommodation to help young adults move towards independent living; creating smaller, community-integrated homes rather than large institutional settings; supporting individuals aged 18 to 25 with tailored care that promotes inclusion, dignity, and personal growth.
“This development directly responds to these objectives, providing a safe and supportive residential environment within an established community.”
If approved, the townhouses will be converted to provide accommodation for six people, with apartment rooms featuring a bedroom, en-suite bathroom, and living room.
The ground floor will feature a communal sitting room and fully-equipped
kitchen.
Documents say the facility would operate under professional management with 24-hour staff presence.
“With the completion of the major phases of the Trent Basin project, the office function has ceased, and the building now stands vacant and underused,” a planning statement adds.
“The current proposal seeks to restore a residential-type use to the property while delivering valuable community-based accommodation for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.”
Plans are currently being considered by the city council, with a decision due at a later date.
