Detailed proposals for a major new £31m leisure, business support and community facility in the heart of Redcar have been submitted to the local planning authority for consideration.

Outline plans drawn up by S&P Architects and Plus3 Architects were given the green light by Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council (RCBC) earlier this summer. Middlesbrough-based Buckler Demolition has already commenced work to clear the site at Kirkleatham Street and Coatham Road, which will be the location for the development.

Facilities will include a six-lane, 25m swimming pool; a training pool; and a leisure pool, as well as a dance hall and performance space; a fitness suite and junior gym; and a sports hall. Business space for small-to-medium-sized firms and community facilities also form part of the scheme, along with landscaped public spaces. Willmott Dixon is the lead contractor.

RCBC cabinet member for economic development Mark Hannon said: "The development will provide state of the art fitness, business and community facilities for residents and visitors to Redcar." Sheelagh Clarke, cabinet member for culture, leisure and tourism, added: "Redcar has waited a long time for improved leisure facilities and I hope these exciting plans meet the aspirations of local people."

Details: www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk