Here are the biggest local planning stories from the past week.

Parking Plans

Plans to turn a car park at a Warwick pub into a garden area are set to be discussed by councillors next week, with residents split on the scheme.

The Old Fourpenny Shop Hotel is looking to convert its off street car park at Crompton Street, saying there is ample parking in the local area.

Punters currently have to drive through an old archway to reach the car park, which is described as "unsuitable" for modern vehicles.

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Housing Scheme Revealed

Plans for twenty new homes have been revealed in Warwick. 

The planning application submitted by Sunkari Ltd proposes the development of 20 one-bedroom apartments.

The site, located on Nelson Lane in Warwick, is within good access to public transport, local centres, schools, and supermarkets.

Read the full story here.

Quarry Scheme Resurfaces

Fresh plans for a major sand and gravel quarry in the village of Barford have been revealed.

Developer Smiths Concrete has submitted its latest designs for the 90 hectare site which would be built around Wasperton Farm, Wellsesbourne Road.

The submission to Warwickshire County Council is the latest chapter in a long-running saga around the quarry which has been met with fierce resistance from locals, campaigners and local MPs.

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