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Search the Public Notice PortalA disused police station in Wiltshire looks set to be transformed into a large retirement development.
McCarthy Stone, a developer and manager of retirement communities across the UK, has unveiled proposals to convert the former Marlborough Police Station on George Lane.
These plans include the redevelopment of the site to create around 30 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for occupants aged over 60.
The site will also house shared facilities such as a homeowner’s lounge, “hotel-style” guest suites for friends and family, and landscaping and parking.
Marlborough Police Station closed several years ago and had been earmarked for housing.
Wiltshire Council approved plans for up to 24 new homes on the site in 2022 but this scheme has not been delivered.
McCarthy Stone believes the new proposal will “regenerate” the brownfield site while allowing older people to remain in the area.
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“Our proposals for Marlborough would help to address a demand for retirement accommodation in the area, providing housing choice for older people, whilst freeing up the wider housing market for local families and first-time buyers further down the chain.”
It is hoped that this will decrease the “pressure” to build houses on the area’s green belt by vacating “under-occupied” accommodation for families to take on.
Marlborough residents will be able to share their views on this scheme over the coming weeks and McCarthy Stone insists these will be used to inform the final plans submitted to the council “where possible.”
Mr Broomfield added: “We are keen to develop a scheme that positively contributes to the local community.
“We want to hear local views on our amended proposals before we finalise our planning application.
“I’d encourage people to go online or visit our and view the plans, where they’ll be able to complete our feedback form.”
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Residents can find out more about the proposal and submit feedback at a virtual consultation which will run until Wednesday, December 18.
Members of the public are also invited a public exhibition on Wednesday, December 11, between 3pm and 7pm at St Mary’s Church Hall on Silverless Street.
Anyone who is unable to view the plans online but would like further information can call McCarthy Stone’s project team via 0800 298 7040 or via email feedback@mccarthystoneconsultation.co.uk.
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