PLANS have been revealed to pull down a shop and replace it with two new retail units and nine apartments.

A planning application has been submitted to Colchester in a bid to redevelop the site, at 72 Church Street, Tiptree.

The plans will see the existing shop on the site demolished and replaced with a new three and-a-half storey building featuring two retail or cafe units with nine two-bed apartments above.

A planning report states: "The applicant's vision for the site is to develop a high-quality and attractive mixed used scheme which enhances the retail and commercial centre of Tiptree and also provides sustainable, town-centre living which responds to local housing needs."

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Proposals also include nine parking spaces, bin stores and secure storage for residents and the public.

Gazette: The existing building in Church Road, TiptreeThe existing building in Church Road, Tiptree

The site is located near the entrance to Tiptree's Tesco store.

Colchester Council will have the final say on the plans.

You can view the proposals here.