RomseyColes approvalnod

MacedonRanges Shire Councilhas conditionally approved aColessupermarketand shop at Main Street, Romsey.

The permit is subject to the formal planning processconcluding but the council has issued aNotice of Decision to Grant aPlanning Permit to applicant Coles Group.

The permit outlinesa series of conditions to be met as part of the development, which include matters suchas lighting, footpaths, fencing and landscaping.

Councilhas workedclosely with the applicant to ensure the proposed structure fits within the existing streetscape and character of the town, and provides adequate car parkingand pedestrian access.

Mayor AnnetteDeath said the proposed development wouldsupport local jobs and the town’s economy more broadly.

“An estimated 2000 people moved to Romsey and surrounds from 2011to 2021 –this proposed supermarket is a welcome response to helping service that population growth,” she said.

“Ideally it will complement the existingindependent supermarket and other shopsinRomsey,providing more choice for surrounding residents as well as more employment opportunities.”

Given Council’sNotice of Decision, the applicant must now confirm they will adhere to all of the proposed permit conditions, while previous submitters to theoriginal proposal have been contacted and can raise an objection within 28 daysofthe notice being issued.

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