Plans have revealed to partly demolish a West Lothian shopping centre and build new shops, a takeaway and and flats.
West Lothian Council validated the proposal on Thursday August 19.
The application shows the developers applied for partial demolition of The MIll Centre, with a change of use of a unit to hot food takeaway and the erection of 20 flats.
A decision is expected on the application in the coming weeks.
West Lothian Council along with the owners of the centre and the Blackburn Community Council subgroup revealed last year that they were in discussions for redevelopment as the current owners at The Mill Centre owners believe the centre is no longer viable in its current form.
Donald Forrest, head of finance and property services, said: “Council officers and centre owners have dedicated a significant amount of time and effort in exploring all the options available. The community council subgroup has also played an important part in the process, helping to put across the views of the local community.
“We are pleased that a positive way forward has been set out and we will do everything we can to ensure that the regeneration of Blackburn town centre, with appropriate retail provision, takes place.”
“The council will continue to promote a wider approach to regenerating the town centre.”
Alison Kerr, chair of the community council and the subgroup, added: “We are very happy with this recent development which will help to retain local retail within the village and provide much needed affordable homes, which were the subgroups aim from the outset. We believe it will be warmly welcomed within the local community.”
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