A planning application for a redesigned Colne Market Hall is set to go before councillors in the town on Thursday, November 2, as the formal planning decision process starts.
A photo showing the indoor market hall as it originally looked in 1973 is included in architecture and design information with the application.Pendle Council’s joint business venture with developer Barnfield, called PEARL 2 Ltd, is the applicant behind the plan. The project is linked to government Leveling-Up funds, as are some other Colne programmes including upgrades to theatre buildings.
A report for councillors states: “The proposal seeks to re-clad the existing building as well as remove a section of the canopy-entrance to the front elevation. The report also says ‘multiple objections’ have been received. Comments include opinions about alleged ‘poor design’ and the borough council allowing the ‘destruction of the town’. One person said Colne town is full of history and it is a a shame to have ‘such an ugly building’ at the centre.