If planning approval is granted, a former Halifax bank and the adjacent Retro Bar in Daventry could be redeveloped into nine apartments. The site, located at the corner of High Street and New Street, is owned by Achrom Limited, which has submitted a proposal to convert the upper floors into residential units while retaining the former bank’s ground floor for commercial use.
The plans include four one-bedroom and five two-bedroom flats, replacing the 17-room HMO setup. To improve the exterior, proposed changes to the building include reopening blocked windows, installing new doors, and repairing or replacing broken windows. Due to its central location and access to local amenities, the development will not include on-site parking.
The project aims to bring the long-vacant building back into use, addressing concerns over its deteriorating condition and its impact on the town’s appearance. The proposal is open for public consultation, with a final decision expected by the end of April.
