At an open viewing of the plans in the Princess Louise Hall on March 27, held by Rosneath and Clynder Community Council, residents put forward their views on the redevelopment plans.

As reported in the Advertiser, the Co-operative Group submitted plans to Argyll and Bute Council to demolish the vacant community education centre at The Clachan and build a new Co-op food store for the village.

The supermarket chain was granted planning permission in 2008 to demolish the building and extend its nearby shop, but no progress has been made until now.

If given the green light, the new 2,500 sq ft store could be completed later this year and would include a customer car park with eight parking bays.

Morevain Martin, secretary of the community council, told the Advertiser: “A few comments from villagers were given to us which we will pass on to the council.

“But everyone seemed to be cautiously pleased with the plans. I know that some of the elected members have looked at the footpath and will be discussing the possibility of a zebra crossing because it is such a bad road to cross – the sight lines are very poor.

“Most are cautiously optimistic on how it would improve the area and as a community council we are here to serve the public. We see it in our remit to keep the residents up to speed on what is going on.” This proposed new build, which is within a conservation area, would replace the existing smaller retail unit the company currently have and would demolish the old derelict community hall currently on site.

Councillor Maurice Corry is a long-term supporter of the plans.

He said: “I am right behind the plans and the open day went well. I took this on a year ago and we have now managed to push the £800,000 plus investment for the village.

“Now that the planning application is in it will be ideal and great for the community and I am very pleased to have been able to play my part in this redevelopment.” The application – which is available to view on the council’s website – has received one objection so far from a near by resident.

She said: “I am not happy with the plans as the car park in particular will be backing on to my fence. I have already had delivery lorries hit the cottage and I am extremely worried about cars and lorries doing the same.” All public comments are welcome and you can visit the council’s website at www.argyll-bute.gov.uk to view the plans online.