After years of efforts to ensure a good outcome for the derelict former Kwik Save warehouses in Prestatyn, Vale of Clwyd MP Dr James Davies has welcomed news that the owner hopes to secure a grant to carry out works which can rejuvenate the site for employment use.
Over the last decade or so, the former Kwik Save warehouses on Warren Drive in Prestatyn have become progressively more troublesome, attracting seagulls and vandals, and becoming an increasing eyesore.
As a former County Councillor, and now as Member of Parliament, James, along with many residents, has invested a great deal of time in trying to ensure a good outcome for the site.
James said:
“This site has been cause for concern for many years, and more so over the past decade, so the fact that improvements are finally set to be made is very positive news.
“Over recent years I have held extensive communication with Denbighshire’s Planning and Economic Development Departments and current owners ‘James Industrial’. I have applied ongoing pressure on all parties for a resolution of what has been a very much unacceptable situation and it does now appear realistic that progress will be made.
“The owner hopes to secure a grant and intends to repair, divide and re-clad the warehouses to form modern light industrial units. Contractors have already been on site and quotes have been received, while a number of potential tenants have been identified.
“It is expected that removal of the roof of the structures will commence this month (February 2023), before the start of the bird nesting season. This will take around four weeks, with further works continuing in the spring.
“I am aware of the impact the site has been having on local residents and understand the unwelcome prospect of yet another seagull nesting season for those living in the immediate vicinity.
“I am also aware that there have previously been a number of failed attempts to address the state of the warehouses and that there are differing opinions about the best use of the site. However, I am confident that it does now appear that realistic that progress can be made and that the outcome will be a significant improvement."
James added:
“Unfortunately, the planning history of the site has involved several complicated twists and turns, alongside various apparent changes of ownership. These have thwarted well-intentioned attempts to progress enforcement action for the tidying of the area.
“It has been a frustrating process for everyone involved, but finally it seems things are heading in the right direction and I look forward to seeing progress on the site soon.”
