Despite objections, Norwich City Council's planning committee approved alterations to the property at 91 Upper St Giles Street during a recent meeting.

The proposals, which included the installation of a new toilet, were lodged ahead of the launch of a new business.

The committee heard how those living next door were worried about an increase in noise and disturbance from the building, which used to be a chocolate shop.

The old chocolate shop (Image: Bill Smith) Dan Hide, who runs Stiffkey Bathrooms in Upper St Giles Street, said: "We have lived and worked here for the........

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