Works are expected to begin in June 2022, if approved, and to finish in June 2026.
A risk assessment determined there was a high risk of workers being trapped by materials, however this would be significantly reduced by toolbox talks, putting paths far away from buildings and an isolation of plant working areas.
It also found there would be a high risk of asbestos, but a company would be contracted to remove any asbestos prior to demolition.
As reported, Fortitudo plans to build a new building which will include a 40,000 square foot nightclub, a 36,000 square foot ten-pin bowling facility, 15,000 square feet of bars and restaurants, a 20,000 square foot cinema, a 120 bedroom hotel and a 600 capacity multi-storey car park.