They also took on board that no alternative or suitable sites for a development like this were available in the town and said it would not have a negative impact on Westhill. Planners said the siting and design of the new store was “appropriate” for the location and was easily accessible. They noted that despite multiple marketing attempts, the site off Exploration Way had failed to attract any interested developers. Shake up announced of Aberdeen council housing policy with tenants now asked to bid.They also had worries about road safety and argued that a shortfall of parking spaces could cause issues.īut council planners recommended the plan be approved.
Its members were concerned about the impact the new retail store would have on businesses already established in the area. However Westhill and Elrick Community Council had objected to the proposal. The new Wickes retail warehouse will be the latest addition to the town’s Arnhall Business Park. READ MORE: Changes to electric vehicle charging tariffs in Aberdeenshire to come into forceīut the proposal had been amended slightly to reduce car parking on the site from 82 to 79. Knight Property Group initially lodged plans for the new store with Aberdeenshire Council back in October. The decision comes despite fears the DIY retailer could take vital trade away from local firms. National home improvement retail giant Wickes will be making a return to the north-east as plans for a new store in Westhill have been approved.
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