Local residents and business owners have reacted to the news that a West Bridgford shop could be turned into flats. The site is currently used as two separate two-storey retail spaces but is expected to be extended and altered to make way for new flats.
The West Bridgford unit, on the corner of Bridgford Road and Stratford Road, leading to the Co-Op car park, is currently used by Castle Beauty and the Black Pearl bar. Local residents have a mixed reaction to the plans with some concerned about the look of the development as well as traffic problems.
Angus Lyon, who was visiting family, said: "I am really shocked. It does not seem in keeping with the area. It is that balance between getting homes and what is good for the area with it being opposite the park and near the library. It is important it is in keeping with the area." His seven year old daughter Eliana Lyon added: "It would have a very good view of the park."
