PLANS to convert a former carers centre into student accommodation have been withdrawn by the applicant.

Javed Iqbal had requested permission from Blackburn with Darwen Council to make transform the facility in Oakenhurst Road into accommodation consisting of 15 bedsits.

The plans included five units at ground floor level with 10 units upstairs.

On each level there would be full supporting and communal facilities to serve the units, including kitchens, communal areas, laundry and toilets.

However, yesterday Mr Iqbal withdrew his application.