RESIDENTS are being asked their views on a proposed plan to build a new Lidl foodstore at Bitham Park.
The proposed development comprises the demolition of the existing former Co-op foodstore building and its replacement with a new Lidl neighbourhood foodstore, together with associated car parking, servicing and landscaping.
The Co-op store closed down in November, but the Post Office stayed open and will remain open until October this year.
The proposal says, “The proposed Lidl foodstore will enhance Westbury’s existing facilities, services and employment opportunities, in line with Wiltshire Council’s strategy for Market Towns. The proposals will also involve the redevelopment of brownfield land, in line with the council’s strategy for economic regeneration within the area.
“The new Lidl foodstore will be located to the north of the site, with a dedicated delivery bay to the east of the proposed store. The new foodstore will extend to 1,919 sq. m gross internal area, with a net sales area of 1,114 sq. m. Vehicular access to the site will remain from Kingfisher Drive to the east.
“The store will be supported by 113 car parking spaces, including 7 disabled parking bays to the south of the store, and 6 parent and child spaces at the west of the car park. Secure cycle storage will be provided to the east of the store. A trolley bay is also located adjacent to the store entrance.
“It is proposed that the foodstore will be open between the hours of: 8am to 10pm Monday to Saturday (including Bank Holidays), and 10am to 4pm, or 11am to 5pm Sunday and Bank Holidays.
“Pedestrian and cycle access will also be provided from Trowbridge Road, with a zebra crossing facilitating safe access across the car park to the proposed Lidl foodstore. There is also a zebra crossing which safely links the Kingfisher Drive access with the Lidl store.
“The new neighbourhood Lidl foodstore will provide the following benefits to Bitham Park and the surrounding local area:
– A purpose-built store which provides a clean and fresh shopping experience to meet the needs of customers;
– A dedicated in-store bakery;
– Improved shopping choice and provision of a new mainstream discount operator for Bitham Park, Westbury and the surrounding area;
– A contemporary building design that will complement the surrounding area, along with redevelopment of currently vacant land;
– Employment opportunities, including up to 25 new jobs for local residents;
– Existing landscaping on the site will be maintained and improved, positively contributing to the visual amenity of the site.”
Lidl is asking residents to vote on the proposed development by visiting www.westbury.lidl.co.uk.
