New takeaway set to be given go ahead despite 42 objections

The vacant unit at 76 High Street, Dumbarton, is set to be transformed into a hot food takeaway after plans were submitted to West Dunbartonshire Council.

The former barber shop, which occupies two floors, has received a "substantial body of objections" from local residents. 

Plans for the unit include the installation of a flue at the rear of the building and operating hours of 4pm to midnight, seven days a week.

Despite the terms of the lease being agreed by the local authority and no objections from environmental health or the roads service, the plan has faced backlash from locals.

64 representations regarding the proposal were received, including 22 supporting the plans and 42 against.

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Concerns raised include cooking odours, parking and traffic issues, and a variety of takeaways already in operation in Dumbarton.

Other fears surrounded local businesses as the unit is located next to a pre-existing cafe, and that the takeaway could be "damaging for their business".

However, residents supportive of the proposal say it could boost evening footfall, add variety to the food scene and offer a boost to the local economy.

The plans are set to be discussed at West Dunbartonshire Council's planning committee on September 10, where officers have recommended its approval.