PART of the ground floor of a Grade II Listed building in Dalston could be converted into an office if the plans are approved by planners at Cumberland Council.

The planning application is for a site in Green Lane in Buckabank and the property was first listed on April 1, 1957.

According to the listing text the house was built in 1729 with an extension from the 1850s added later.

The report states: "The proposal seeks to alter part of the ground floor of building from part of a residential dwelling into an office.

"Two parking spaces will be provided to the rear of the property, accessed via the existing access."

According to the report it has been assessed that the change of use will not adversely affect the heritage significance of the building and no internal or external alterations are proposed, other than redecoration.

It adds: "The proposed change of use from a residential dwelling to an office will provide a useful office space whilst not affecting the building."

The application is currently being considered by planning officers at the council.