Pomeroy pub will become shop with deli counter

The front of the former pub at 66 Main Street, Pomeroy, will be altered as part of plans to turn the premises into a shop with a deli counter. Image: Mid Ulster planning portal | Mid Ulster Council

placeholder image — The front of the former pub at 66 Main Street, Pomeroy, will be altered as part of plans to turn the premises into a shop with a deli counter. Image: Mid Ulster planning portal | Mid Ulster Council

MID Ulster Planning committee members have approved plans for the conversion of a ground-floor pub and off-sales unit to a shop with a deli counter and off-sales at 66 Main Street, Pomeroy.

The existing basement store will also be used as part of the new operation.

The planning application was lodged by APS LLP, Derryloran Industrial Estate, Cookstown, on behalf of Reclain Ltd, Galbally.

Mid Ulster Planning officers noted in their report: “The proposed use is in keeping with the surrounding area, and whilst other shops are also located within Pomeroy it would not be considered to be an overconcentration of similar uses.

“A previous application was submitted for the demolition of the existing building and erection of a new supermarket with an associated store and office and two first-floor apartments. This was refused, with the refusal reasons in relation to access concerns.

“There is access between no. 60-62 and no. 58 off the main street to an area of existing car parking which is to the back of the building to which the proposal relates.

“This proposal would provide an additional commercial business within the village and so encouraging retailing opportunities. The proposal would promote a mix of uses in the centre of Pomeroy to meet local needs in the surrounding area.

“The front of the building along Main Street is to change to allow for one main door and additional windows. The design is considered appropriate for the character of the settlement of Pomeroy.

“The proposal will encourage a new use to the existing building and respects the opportunities and constraints of the site.

“I am content that I have considered all relevant policies and material considerations in the assessment of this planning application, and I can recommend approval of this planning application.”

The recommendation to approve the planning application was proposed by Councillor Dan Kerr (Independent, Torrent DEA) and seconded by Councillor Denise Johnston (SDLP, Moyola DEA) at Tuesday’s (November 3) Planning committee meeting of Mid Ulster District Council.