Here are the biggest Kenilworth planning stories from the past week.

620 New Homes

Work has begun on a new 620-home housing estate in Kenilworth.

Planning approval was given last April, and a new primary school will also be built.

The houses are being built by Vistry Group and Milverton Homes.

Read the full story here.

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Guest House to Home

A town centre guest house could be turned into a four-bed home if plans are approved.

The Harger Court building was turned into a guest house in 2008, forming part of The Kenilworth hotel.

But now it could be turned back again.

Read the full story here.

The guest house, at the back of the hotel, was a residential home until 2008 when it became part of The Kenilworth (Image via google.maps)

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Charity's House Scheme Refused

A local charity, which dates back to the 15th century, has seen its bid to build four houses on a former scout hut site in Lapworth blocked by planners.

The Lapworth Charity, which maintains a number of almshouses in the village, first submitted plans to build a short terrace of homes on Old Warwick Road in November 2020.

But, with 30 objections being made to the application, plans have been refused due to their impact on the local street scene.

Read the full story here.

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'Confusing' Queen & Castle Concerns

Kenilworth Town Council has raised concerns over 'confusing' plans to renovate the Queen & Castle.

The pub wants to redecorate inside and out, but the town council said the appearance of the local area needs to be protected.

Cllr Michael Coker added: "The outside is terribly important because it is a major feature of the town right next to our major feature. It is very evident as part of that lovely Castle Green."

Read the full story here

Mitchells and Butler has submitted plans to completely renovate the Queen & Castle (Image by James Smith)

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44 Flats in Talisman Square

Plans to build 44 flats on Talisman Square car park have been revealed.

Planning permission to build students accommodation has already been granted.

But new plans would see a four-storey apartment and two shops built.

See the story here.

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Footbridge Plans

Residents are to have their say on plans to turn the Clarke's Avenue, Farmer Ward Road bridge into a joint cycle and walkway.

Kenilworth Town Council and Warwickshire County Council have opened a public consultation.

Residents have until the end of the month to voice their opinions.

Read more here.