Plans were submitted to Warrington Borough Council in July seeking permission for a section 192 certificate for number three Clegge Street in Orford. This would have permitted its conversion from a conventional dwelling to a six-bedroom HMO, or house in multiple occupation. The scheme also sought approval for a rear L-shaped loft dormer by applicant James Rogan. However, council planners have moved to refuse planning permission. In rejecting permission, the council said: “The proposed dormer extension would not meet the criteria for permitted development.