AN EMPTY unit in Katesgrove could become a grocery store if Reading Borough Council approves plans.
The branch of Signarama, on Basingstoke Road, closed in September. The sign creation firm is part of a franchise network, with the next nearest branch being in Surbiton.
Now, Harmon Singh Gaba has applied for permission to convert store into a Nisa Local, which will sell groceries, snacks and drinks.
In order for Mr Singh Gaba to sell alcohol from the building between 7am and 11pm daily, he will need a licence from Reading Borough Council.
Nisa Local is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Co-operative Group, with three other stores in Reading, located in Caversham Road, London Road and Wokingham Road in Earley. There is also a plan to open a branch in the former Just Tiles store in Woodley.
Comments on Mr Singh Gaba’s application can be made by emailing licensing@reading.gov.uk before Thursday, January 4. All submissions are public.
