A NEW development on the edge of port city has unveiled plans for a “vibrant” town square with shops and a nursery.
The £1billion project will feature “essential shops, services and community spaces”.
Sherford, a newly built community on the edge of Plymouth , will be expanding with plans to open a large convenience store spanning 4,500 square foot.
The development off Hercules road will also have a 6,000 square foot nursery and additional retail units.
The construction is expected to include 40 apartments which will be situated above the commercial space.
Parking areas to serve both residential and the retail components will be located at the back of the buildings.
According to the developers, the local centre would replicate the “Georgian-style elegance and traditional design” found in the town’s initial phase.
Meanwhile, Sherford Vale School will be at the heart of the “vibrant town square arrangement”.
Peter Sadler, managing director of Vistry South West, part of the Sherford Consortium, said: “The submission of this planning application represents a pivotal moment for Sherford and its residents.
“This local centre will deliver the essential neighbourhood facilities that our community has been eagerly awaiting.
“While bringing this project forward has taken longer than originally anticipated due to the complexities involved, we are now in a strong position to move ahead with this exciting development.
“The local centre will create a genuine heart for this part of Sherford, combining practical amenities with beautiful community spaces that reflect the quality and character residents expect.”
According to The Sherford Consortium, operators are already lining up to occupy the several units upon completion.
The local hub is expected to open for business in 2027, with construction scheduled to begin in early 2026.
Additionally, plans for a bigger town centre are expected to be underway the following year.
Sherford is planning to have 5,500 homes when it is finished, with 1,100 units already built since construction began in 2015.
