New home could be built at business on Herefordshire border

Planners will consider the proposals after a public consultation, with the company saying the single-storey house would be built to the highest eco standards.

With solar panels, air-source heat pumps and a rainwater harvesting system, the new house would be a live-work unit for Hurst Carpentry Ltd, based at Rhos Farm in Kinnerton, north-west of Kington.

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In planning documents submitted to Powys County Council by McCartneys, consultants said the existing commercial building was the hub of the business.

A drawing of the new live-work building sent to planners. Picture: McCartneys/Powys County Council

The new building would provide living space with an open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area with a bedroom and ensuite.

There would also be a dedicated office for the business with a disabled toilet and shower room, as well as a covered carport area.

It said the new unit, which would be occupied by Mr Hurst, would allow him to run the business efficiently and ensure the security of items on-site and within the building.

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"This will enable a more efficient operation and help reduce travel movements in the local area," consultants said.

The walls would be clad in pine with a tin sheet roof, and if approved, internal floorspace would rise by 30.4 square metres.

Planners have set a deadline for a decision of February 8.