Yes, it really is happening

THE £80 million redevelopment of Farnborough town centre began this week with the start of a demolition programme to remove 1960s shops and flats.

After nearly a decade of planning and preparation, more than 100,000 sq ft of outdated retail and residential accommodation is being demolished.

In addition to demolition starting, this week has seen the submission of a planning application for a cinema complex at the site to Rushmoor Borough Council.

The demolition, due to last four months, will enable developers Key Property Investments (KPI) to begin transforming the shopping and town centre.

After demolition, gas and water pipes, phone lines, main sewers, fibre optics and electricity lines will be laid to prepare for the new foundations of buildings. This is scheduled to finish by the end of the year.

Construction of the 50,000 sq ft Sainsbury’s store and the 30 new shop units will start early next year.

Article contunes on the Surrey and Hampshire Star website

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