Plans revealed to demolish and replace popular supermarket in Waterford city

Plans have been revealed to demolish and replace a popular supermarket in Waterford city.

Lidl Ireland has submitted a planning application in relation to its store on the Tramore Road.

It is seeking planning permission for the demolition of its existing store, which has a total size of 1711 square metres.

As part of a new development, it would be replaced with a much larger, 2572 square metre supermarket.

Changes would also be made to the car park at the supermarket, with the total number of spaces being reduced from 126 to 77.

A new plaza with pedestrian access from the R675 and a standalone ESB substation would also be constructed.

Furthermore, work would be undertaken on landscaping, a delivery area, bicycle parking and trolley bays.

A new totem sign, as well as building mounted signage, would be erected.

A number of associated site works would also be carried out.

The planning application was submitted by Lidl Ireland on August 6 and is currently at the pre-validation stage.

If deemed valid, a decision by Waterford City and County Council is expected by September 30.