A town centre bank looks set to unveil changes to improve security and accessibility after plans were given the green light.
New entrance doors are set to be installed after refurbishment plans for the HSBC bank branch in Lowestoft town centre were approved.
Minor works were proposed for the existing building at 34-36 London Road North in Lowestoft.
An application prepared by agents AXIS Architecture, on behalf of Real Estate Services for HSBC, was submitted to East Suffolk Council in April.
The scheme centred around "Replacement of principal entrance door, on a like-for-like basis" at the four-storey building situated on the main approach to the town centre.
It was approved under delegated council powers last month.
With the site area measuring 257sq. metres, the agents said: "The business is currently planning to improve the level of security and accessibility at this branch.
"Therefore, it is proposed the replacement of existing entrance doors on a like-for-like basis."
According to documents lodged, the scale of the building and layout of the site will be unchanged by the plans and "the works are minimal".
A delegated report from the council's case officer said: "The site occupies a highly sustainable location within Lowestoft town centre.
"This application seeks planning permission to replace the primary entrance double doors with a single power assisted single door and glazed panel within the existing frame.
"The proposed doors will be push button operated internally and externally, utilising the existing push pads, with associated vinyl and marketing items, intended to improve security and accessibility.
"Given that the development is limited to a door replacement, it is not expected to result in any material harm to neighbouring amenity."
With no objections received and Lowestoft Town Council recommending approval, the recommendation from East Suffolk's case officer was for approval, subject to conditions.
