There was a piece of good news for the residents of Immingham with the announcement at the Regen and Housing Scrutiny Panel of after plans were announced for a new 30,000 square foot superstore in Kennedy Way and for other improvements to the Kennedy Way precinct.

Outline plans for the site, together with drawings, were revealed at the meeting by chartered surveyors Dresler Smith working on behalf of landlord Wellway Properties Ltd.

Proposals, which will have to go out to public consultation and a formal planning application, include:

• Demolition of buildings from Poundstrecher to Coral Bookmakers and from Barclays Bank to Leisurama.
• Creation of a new 30,000 square foot supermarket
• A new parade of shop units
• Building of new bus facilities at Pelham Road with an enhanced pedestrian access and visibility to the new supermarket and shops
• Potential to re-site business premises for all existing tenants as required
• A new 319 space car park
• Refurbished mall and public spaces

A shop will open shortly on Kennedy Way to showcase plans as part of a public consultation prior to an outline bid for planning permission on the site.

This is a very early stage in any development, but it is pleasing that all concerned have met to discuss the way forward for Kennedy Way. It is a potentially exciting development for the people of Immingham and it is clear that the outdated 70s precinct of Kennedy Way needs updating.”

David Dresler, for Dresler Smith, said: “This is a substantial and exciting development which will create numerous jobs for the people of Immingham. We very much see this as an opportunity to regenerate the town centre and give the local economy a much-needed boost.”