Dumfries caravan park owner pleads extension case
The caravan park could generate over £1 million for Dumfries (pictured)
Monday, 15, Mar 2010 02:22
A caravan site owner in Scotland has warned that rejecting his expansion plans could mean the local economy misses out on a potential windfall.
Marshall Swalwell owns Auchenlarie Holiday Park in Dumfries and told icDumfries.co.uk that his proposal to add a further 50 units to the site would help generate £1.3 million for the local community.
His initial 50-pitch plan was refused, but the landowner is hopeful that a reduced request of permission for 30 extra caravans may be deemed more suitable.
Mr Swalwell explained that the park has sold more pitches to private owners, who tend to bring everything they need with them when visiting.
He said it is vital for both the local economy and his staff that more lettings units are available as these tend to be the most lucrative for nearby shops, pubs and restaurants.
There is even the possibility of employees being laid off if the plans are rejected, as there is less work to be done with fewer lettings units onsite.
Dumfries is located in the south of Scotland, close to the town of Lockerbie.