Plans for the redevelopment of Kirkby town centre will be going on display in the town for the entire community to view.
Knowsley Council is setting up a ‘Kirkby drop-in shop’ in the heart of the town centre to give the community a chance to come and view the proposals, ask questions and share their views on the application submitted by Spenhill, the regeneration subsidiary of Tesco.
The consultation will take place in the town centre at 24, St.Chad’s Parade on the following dates.
- Wednesday 20th October 2010 (10am – 3pm)
- Thursday 21st October 2010 (10am – 3pm)
- Friday 22nd October 2010 (10am – 3pm)
- Saturday 23rd October 2010 (10am – 3pm)
Nick Kavanagh, Knowsley Council’s Executive Director of Regeneration, Economy & Skills commented:
“The people of Kirkby have always been clear that they want to play a part in the redevelopment of their town and we are keen to let them do that. We have already asked the community for their views on what they would like to see in a new and improved town centre and now we are giving them a chance to see the proposals that have been submitted to redevelop the town centre.
The consultation, which will run for 4 days, will give everyone a chance to view the plans and see for themselves how their town centre could be developed. We have always been committed to the regeneration of Kirkby and in the current economic climate we are really encouraged to see companies like Tesco keen to invest in Knowsley.”
The outline planning application includes a new Tesco superstore, new retail units, food and drink outlets, offices, new public buildings including health centre and library, and a new petrol station. The proposal also includes improvements to highways, pedestrian and cycle routes and enhanced landscaping in the town centre.
Nick continued: “This is an exciting time for the people of Kirkby and I am really keen for them to come along and see the proposals for themselves. The drop in shop will be set up in the heart of the town centre and will be open to the public throughout the week so that as many people as possible can view the proposals and share their views.”
In addition to the consultation event, you can view the full application online by visiting the planning section of the council’s website www.knowsley.gov.uk and searching in the public access section.
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