THE developer behind refused plans to turn a former M&S building into apartments say they hope to arrive at a proposal "that works for Falmouth" soon.

Acorn Blue's plans to turn the former Marks and Spencer building into 14 one to four bedroom apartments with associated parking and units retail units on the ground floor was refused by Cornwall Council today. 

It was also recommended for refusal by Falmouth Town Council.

Falmouth Packet:

The building is currently vacant

In a statement issued to the Packet Stuart Brereton from Acorn Blue said: ‘We are of course disappointed by the latest decision, however Acorn remains committed to bringing this currently vacant building back into use and once again an active part of the town centre.

Falmouth Packet:

The old entrance to the building

"We are continuing to work with the council and planning authority to arrive at a proposal that works for Falmouth and that we can all be proud of.”

Falmouth Packet:

The building is currently vacant

Acorn Blue is the company behind the Liner development on Gyllyngvase in Falmouth.

The application was refused because of the increased traffic it would generate which didn't fit with its policy to prioritise pedestrian movements.

It was also turned down because there was no mechanism to secure the provision of education, open space, healthcare and highways contributions, and contributions towards the Strategic Access Management and Monitoring Measures for the Falmouth and Helford.

Falmouth Packet:

The building is currently vacant

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