Plans have been submitted to demolish a cottage on the outskirts of Leek that was first built in the 1820s.

A demolition determination application was submitted to Staffordshire Moorlands District Council by a Mrs Hannah Donnan, relating to 126 Ivy Cottage in Ladderedge, Leek.

An application form submitted as part of the plans says that after taking professional advice, the decision has been made that the cottage would need to be demolished.

It says: "The core of the building was constructed in approximately 1820 from fieldstone. Subsequent small extensions have been added, the latest being mid 70s.

"Under professional advice it would be impossible to underpin the fieldstone structure to current standards therefore a demolishment needs to take place.

It added: "We have taken advice from a professional demolishment company who will undertake this project. All spoil and rubble will be removed by the demolishment company and handled accordingly. New build plans will be forthcoming as soon as possible."

The application also says that the work is expected to take place between 28th - 31st August, however the council's planning officers have since advised that this may not be possible.

A note by the council's planning officers says: "My advice to you at this stage is that the local planning authority is likely to determine that prior approval will be required ... and if this is confirmed the prior approval requirement will be formally notified to you by 7th September.

"I believe it is likely we will want to assess the details of the method of demolition and how the site is to be left."

The council will make a decision on the plans at a later date.