A BID to demolish a building and put 17 storage containers in its place has been thrown out after objections.

The proposal to flatten the building on Oldbury Road and put 24-hour use self-storage units in its place was turned down at a planning committee meeting.

A report states it would have "created a nuisance to nearby residents in terms of both noise and general disturbance."

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Eight neighbours objected to plans for the 2.6metre high units, with concerns centring around increased traffic, jeopardising road safety, noise, pollution, it being out-of-character, an increase in crime, a 24-hour operation not being suitable.

The proposal was initially recommended for approval, but this was changed and it was recommended for refusal.

The report goes on: "The primary concern is the potential for noise and general nuisance caused to nearby residents.

"Although consideration should be given to the existing adjacent service station, shop, repair workshop and car wash, this proposal would significantly increase the noise and disturbance to surrounding neighbouring property.

"The application site currently acts as a buffer between the residential uses and the commercial uses.

"It is noted that the rear gardens of the affected properties on Bond Street are short and that the proposed activities on the application site are therefore likely to cause a nuisance to residents."

Plans from Mr Onofrio, which had been downgraded from 19 storage units to 17, were turned down at the meeting last week.