THREE new flats could be created above a Top of The Town restaurant if plans are approved by Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.

Mr Faisal Ahmed has applied to the borough council for permission to change the use of office space above the Mango Grove restaurant, in London Street, and transform the space into three one-bedroom flats.

The application says: “Comparing the existing use to the proposed use, the proposed residential use will generate fewer vehicle movements and less need for parking based on the adopted parking standards.”

A decision on the application is expected by May 12.