Mormons submit plans to extend Ewloe church

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has submitted plans for a significant extension to its Chester Meeting House, located in St David’s Park, Ewloe.

The proposal, prepared by Studio 7 Architects, aims to expand capacity and improve facilities for the growing congregation.

With current attendance exceeding the venue’s original capacity, the Church intends to create a space that can accommodate up to 250 members.

The plans outline a single-storey extension adding 793 square metres to the building’s footprint, providing more room in the chapel and new classrooms to support the congregation’s needs.

A new Cultural Hall is also planned, designed as a multi-purpose space for larger events, such as community gatherings and conferences.

This hall will be connected to the chapel, allowing for additional seating arrangements when required.

Improving accessibility is central to the Church’s plans.

The proposal includes eight disabled parking bays, level access pathways, and a redesigned main entrance for improved accessibility.

Inside, new features such as unisex accessible toilets, a family WC, and a dedicated mothers’ lounge will be added.

An audio loop system is planned for the chapel to ensure that all members can fully participate in services.

The extension will also incorporate sustainable technologies to lessen environmental impact.

Energy-efficient VRF heat pumps will manage heating and cooling, while heat recovery ventilation and LED lighting will help reduce energy use.

Additionally, the car park will be resurfaced with permeable materials to support a Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS), which helps manage stormwater and reduce flood risk.

Two electric vehicle charging points will be installed, with the capacity to add more as demand increases.

According to the plans, existing public footpaths across the site will remain open, with only temporary diversions anticipated during construction to ensure safety.

Landscaping improvements are also planned, with native tree and hedge planting to offset minor vegetation removal.

An ecological assessment confirmed that site changes would not significantly impact local habitats or protected species.

The application is currently under review by Flintshire County Council.