He said: “Any release on the stress of parking there is a great help.
“It’s only been a fifth full in Covid but they’re anticipating a return of commuters post Covid.
“Commuters sometimes park in the Iceland car park off the high street, which clogs it up for shoppers.
“It’s a significant application.”
The current car park squeezes in 388 spaces, which is set to be expanded to 785.
The plans will also improve bus access to the station, while overhauling the forecourt for pedestrians.
The road leading up to the station car park and the car park itself will be resurfaced.