Reasons to Support Us

The following points are considered to be ‘planning issues’…

40 retail jobs will be provided for local residents at a difficult time for the national economy;
A lack of discount food retailers within Foots Cray means that the proposal would improve choice and promote competition with up to 30% cost savings;
The proposed mixed use development would re-vitalise a brownfield site;
The new Lidl store is will attract more investment into Foots Cray;
Further employment opportunities to be created as part increased office capacity.

Contemporary foodstore building with a mixture of materials that are in-keeping with the local area;
The proposed design responds to the site’s context and surrounding built environment.

Sustainable construction techniques will be employed as well as the use of sustainable materials;
Lidl operate a highly energy efficient business with a strong commitment to recycling and the use of energy efficient equipment and techniques within the store to reduce carbon emissions;
The site is located in the centre of Foots Cray. Customer cycle bays are positioned close to the store entrance to provide sustainable trips. In addition a bus stop is located close to the site.