Plans lodged to replace garage near Shrewsbury after vehicle smash

A planning application has been submitted to restore a garage and carport after it was hit by a vehicle.

Published Mar 18

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The incident happened at a bungalow on the junction of Featherbed Lane and the A5112 Whitchurch Road, near Battlefield to the north of Shrewsbury, on June 8, 2024.

A structural appraisal was subsequently carried out to assess the damage and structural integrity of the building.

Laura Borley, from LEB Architectural Design, said the majority of the impact force was taken by the carport and garage, and it was recommended that the existing structure be dismantled and disposed of.

The collapsed carport and adjoining garage following the impact that happened at a bungalow in Whitchurch Road, Shrewsbury. The carport has since been dismantled and removed. Picture: LEB Architectural Design
dismantled and removed — The collapsed carport and adjoining garage following the impact that happened at a bungalow in Whitchurch Road, Shrewsbury. The carport has since been dismantled and removed. Picture: LEB Architectural Design

“This recommendation has been implemented, and only a part of the former garage structure remains in situ,” said Ms Laura Borley.

“We seek the local authority’s permission for the full demolition of the garage (as was and as is) and to rebuild the garage and carport like-for-like prior to the collision and partial demolition.”