Updated plans in for phase one of Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone

Architectural, planning and building surveying practice Cassidy + Ashton has submitted updated plans for the third stage of Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone’s phase one regeneration.The proposals have been submitted on behalf of the Enterprise Zone with Blackpool Council. They include the creation of new business and industrial units, a multi-purpose local hub and an eastern gateway access road.This third application works in conjunction with the two planning approvals already granted for new grass pitches and new sports facilities as the next step towards the completion of phase one.The new grass pitches, relocated south of the area are now in use, with the new sports facilities, including changing facilities and a spectator pavilion and reconfigured car parking due to be completed for the start of the 2022/23 season.The updated proposals submitted by Cassidy + Ashton seek to redevelop the original playing fields for commercial development. Covering an area of approximately 34 acres, it includes plans for 22 acress of office and industrial floorspace for employment use and a local hub comprising of a day nursery, retail outlets and a café.A new access road is outlined in the plans, linking Amy Johnson Way on the existing business park to provide access from Common Edge Road.The updated plans also incorporate ancillary elements including an electric vehicle charging hub, junction and highway improvement works, drainage works, car parking and an electricity substation.An original application which covered plans for the entire development of phase one at the Enterprise Zone’s eastern gateway was withdrawn to focus on three individual strands.