Staffordshire family farm shop outlines padel tennis court plan
The site would have more than 50 parking spaces and it is planned the redeveloped area, near Wrottesley Park Road, will include a clubhouse.The proposed development also includes demolishing and removing the "existing dated and dilapidated farm shop structure and associated operational space", documents submitted to the council stated. They added the redevelopment would replace a "functionally outdated structure with a well-designed, energy-efficient building that aligns with the rural character of the area".
The development would generate local employment opportunities, the documents said.They also stated introducing padel courts was consistent with planning policy objectives relating to outdoor recreation, public health and community wellbeing.Public comments on the application can be made until 25 August.The courts will be open to the public, including local schools and sports clubs.
This news was gathered by the Local Democracy Reporting Service which covers councils and other public service organisations.
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