South Derbyshire District Council’s Planning Committee has approved plans which will see the transformation of an area of Swadlincote town centre.
At their meeting on Tuesday 23 August, members approved the scheme, planned by the council, which will see:
The remodelling of the former indoor market site in Midland Road to create a multi-function events space available to host community and public events. This will include facilities for staging events such as open-air performances and festivals.
When activities are not taking place, the site would provide further free public car parking.
Work will also be carried out to demolish the derelict structures and clear the land between Midland Road and Belmont Street, on the sites known as Sabine’s Yard and Bank House.
Councillor Kevin Richards, South Derbyshire District Council’s leader, said: “I am proud that the plans for the transformation of Swadlincote town centre are one step closer after being approved.
“The plans for the redevelopment of Swadlincote Market Hall will see the transformation of a building which is unattractive and not fit for purpose into a new site which will offer new opportunities for entertainment.
“The wider scheme will also offer more car parking spaces, a ‘pocket park’ and the regeneration of vacant, derelict sites.”
The proposal was approved by the committee following consultation with stakeholders and the public.
