A new restaurant has submitted plans to open on the edge of Crewe town centre, taking on a former tile shop.

This November, Mr Brwa Salahsdin applied for a change of use of Bridgewater House, Edleston Road, from a shop to Istanbul Restaurant Crewe.

Istanbul Restaurant will take on the old Total Tile and Bathrooms store, which closed after 15 years in January, relocating to Victoria Street under a new name.

Istanbul Restaurant will take on the old Total Tile and Bathrooms store, which closed after 15 years in January (Cheshire East Planning).

Work has been going on at the site for the past month, with the Turkish restaurant looking set to open in early 2025.

The development will include a new restaurant seating area for over 40 people and an open kitchen, as well as additional utility spaces.

These will consist of a cold room, utility room, separate male and female toilets, and an extraction canopy for the kitchen to manage ventilation.

The main entrance to the unit will be repositioned, with a second door constructed on the front elevation.

A design and access statement reads: "The proposed Turkish restaurant will offer a dining option for the local community, contributing to the social and cultural diversity of the area.

"By introducing a new dining venue, the project supports community engagement and adds to the vibrancy of the neighbourhood, enhancing the social experience for residents and visitors.

"Converting the ground floor to a restaurant is expected to positively impact the local economy by creating jobs and attracting customers.

The Istanbul Restaurant development will include a new seating area for over 40 people and an open kitchen, as well as additional utility spaces (Cheshire East Planning).

"The business will contribute to the local food and beverage industry, increasing foot traffic on Edleston Road, potentially benefiting nearby establishments."

"The proposed conversion will maximise the use of the ground floor, enhancing both functionality and aesthetic appeal."

The last date for submitting comments on this application is Thursday 19 December, with a target decision date of Thursday 2 January.

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