Plans for a new apartment in a Co Tyrone village could be described as bog standard.
That’s because the proposed fancy new flat in Drumquin is to be built in a former public toilet.
The loo was put up for sale earlier this year by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council for a guide price of between £15,000 and £20,000.
It is understood the new owner has applied for planning permission to transform the disused toilet into a one-bedroom apartment.
If permission is granted, the work would involve an extension being added on to the current building in the centre of the village.
However, not everyone is happy, with one local resident lodging an objection to the apartment plans.
The resident, who lives beside the old loo, claims the extension to the building could block the view from their property.
However, the new owner of the toilet block insists his plans will be good for the village.
“The proposal to upgrade and modernise the existing building will remove an unsightly structure that offers the potential for loitering,” a supporting statement submitted with the planning application states.
“The proposal is a sustainable well integrated addition to the village contributing to local housing need.
“Due to its central location it is very accessible, being within walking distance of the village amenities on offer.
“The proposal is designed to a high standard and will be a positive addition to the locality.”
There was great interest in the former toilet when it was put up sale.
It was originally believed the building would be converted for business use.
However, in the supporting statement the new owner claims the building is too small for any form of “commercial or industrial enterprise” and is more suited for residential use.
If given the go-ahead, it’s believed the Drumquin loo could be the first former public toilet in Northern Ireland converted into living accommodation.