New plans to revamp Newbury s Kennet Shopping centre are submitted to West Berkshire Council
Owner says comprehensive redevelopment would include a mix of homes, shops and restaurants
Sarah Bosley
);
Newbury s Kennet Shopping centre could be transformed into a mix of homes, shops and restaurants under new plans submitted this week.
Lochailort Newbury Ltd has submitted two virtually identical planning applications to West Berkshire Council for a comprehensive redevelopment of the mall.
The plans will see the outdated centre transformed into a dynamic mixed-use high-quality, sustainable development featuring 402 new multi-family build-to-rent apartments and private sale homes.
The scheme will also deliver 30 flexible shops, restaurants and co-working spaces, with a focus on attracting local, independent and artisan businesses.
Dementia-friendly makeover to make Newbury s Kennet Centre car park more inclusive
New colour and signage scheme aims to assist vulnerable local people
Charlie Masters
);
Town planners hope that a repaint of the Kennet Shopping car park will make it easier for people with dementia.
Each floor of the car park has been painted in its own distinct colours.
In addition, clear numbering is intended to limit the potential for confusion and disorientation.
West Berkshire Council communications manager Martin Dunscombe said that the new scheme was designed with the most vulnerable members of the community in mind.
He said: The car park had not been painted for 15 years and was due a refresh – so we took the opportunity to work with specialists to ensure the work helped create a dementia-friendly environment.
West Berkshire Council consulting on new housing sites newburytoday.co.uk - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from newburytoday.co.uk Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Strong demand for warehouse/workshops
The latest commercial property news from Quintons );
);
Quintons Commercial Property Agents reported a continued busy time in November, despite the second Covid lockdown.
Confidence is good and many are looking to set up new business ventures. Demand is strong in the warehouse/ workshop sector where Quintons has run out of stock in the 1,000 to 3,000 sq ft range. If you have a property and considering a let or sale, please contact Quintons for a free appraisal.
Recent deals include:
St Mary’s House, London Road, Newbury, sold to local investors. The property runs as a serviced office centre and was fully let at the time of sale, producing approximately £30,000 pa. It sold in excess of the £550,000 guide price.