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by Lib Dem team on 23 May, 2010
A range of new schemes to improve the look of local high streets and reduce the number of vacant shop units is to be launched for consultation by Stockport Council as part of the Stockport Boost Campaign.
As part of a wider business support programme, over £100,000 will be invested in the launch of a range of new schemes designed to be attractive to both landlords and agents of existing vacant units, as well as those interested in occupying vacant premises.
The proposals include grants to encourage and assist owners of vacant properties, new businesses and not-for-profit community groups to improve and occupy vacant units. Plans also include a new “Makeover Team” who will carry out improvements and modifications to make empty shops more attractive and saleable.
The programme got underway with a consultation event at Stockport Art Gallery on Friday 21st May at 10am. For further information please contact Graeme Vout, telephone 0161 474 4562, email graeme.vout@stockport.gov.uk or Brian Nash, telephone 0161 474 4519, email brian.nash@stockport.gov.uk.
2 Comments
I was interested to read the posting regarding improving the look of the high streets, I assume that includes Gatley. I am somewhat concerned over “not for profit cummity groups”. I really hope that this does not mean more Charity Shops as I really believe that Charity Shops are the ruin of high streets. I have lost count of the number in Cheadle and Gatley, surely we don’t want any more.
Hi David,
No – it doesn’t mean charity shops. It means local community groups working to improve the look of empty premises.