Plans for new city centre 'cafe-bar' submitted
CARLISLE could soon have a new addition to its bar scene if plans for a city centre Listed building are approved.
An application has been submitted to change the use of 2 and 2a Lowther Street from retail into café/bar, operating from noon until late.
The property, situated on the corner of Lowther Street and Warwick Road, was previously occupied by H and H Land and Estates, The AGA Shop, and La Belle, and was sold at auction in late 2024.
The application form has been submitted by David McCrone of Warwick Bridge.
The description of the proposal on the form states: 'Mr Ben Greenslade and myself have a five-year lease for 2 and 2a Lowther Street, Carlisle.
'This building was most recently a fashion retail shop.
'We are seeking a change of use to a café/bar.
'We will offer coffees, cocktails, beer, wine and spirits.'
The application states that signage will be installed advertising the business name as 'The Botanic Room'.
It states that the decoration will be 'a botanic theme with oak panelling in some areas', with 'mood lighting and LED strip lights'.
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The proposed ground floor plan shows a new bar structure installed at the rear of the space, which measures 51 square metres, and gents and ladies' toilets in the basement.
The plan also depicts an outside seating area on both sides, with informal seating inside.
The proposed ground floor plan in the application (Image: Cumberland Council Planning Portal) Regarding waste collection, the form cites an existing account with Businesswaste.co.uk.
It states: 'We have an existing account with them for our other businesses, House of Vodka and Box Arena.'
The proposal estimates five part-time staff will be employed if the application is successful.
The form states that the proposed opening hours for The Botanic Room will be noon until 1am from Monday to Friday, and noon until 2am on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays.
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