A GRADE II listed bank in Carlisle city centre could get some internal alterations if the application is approved by Cumberland Council.
It is for the branch of Barclays Bank in English Street and the project would involve the removal of two ATMs and other items to be replaced by items including a coin stacker.
A heritage statement says: "The bank is currently undertaking a national programme whereby they are replacing and upgrading their ATMs to ensure the security and convenience for its customers."
According to the report the branch is on the corner of Bank Street and English Street within the Carlisle City Centre Conservation Area and was built in 1875, for the Carlisle and Cumberland Banking Company, by Crosby & Hetherington of Carlisle.
It is constructed on an important corner position from sandstone, with a slate roof, with interior details hidden by 20th Century cladding.
The report states: "The ground floor banking hall extends into Bank Chambers, both with offices above."
Between 1874 and 1875 the Carlisle Journal reported that plans for the building had been passed, gave details of the architect, and later recorded the completion of the building.
The application is currently being considered by planning officers at the council.
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