Plans to build a block of apartments at a listed building in Erith have been submitted again .

Developers have come back to Bexley Council with revamped proposals for 13 flats in Bexley Road.

It follows several attempts for apartments at the site dating back to 2002, including a rejected plan earlier this year.

The council said previous proposed layouts would have an “adverse impact” on the character of the area and on neighbouring properties.

The most recent attempts, which were for 17 and 14 apartments respectively, were thrown out after the council questioned the density.

The developers have now come back with a scheme for 13 apartments, saying their vision is in keeping with the area.

The development would protect the front of the building, which has been locally listed.

The developers said: “The proposal represents a sensitive scheme which will bring the existing oversized site for one dwelling into active use potentially providing a much-needed accommodation.

“The project has developed from the demolition of the existing building, with the large new build scheme originally proposed, to the restoration of the existing façade with a smaller 13-unit scheme proposed.

“The proposed design is thought to be of a high architectural quality.”

The developers have proposed a three-storey building with 13 parking spaces, and none of the flats included have been earmarked as being affordable.

The plans are being considered by planning officers at the council.