THE first stage of the regeneration of Cumbernauld town centre is underway as contractors begin the demolition of a multi-storey office block.
Beattie Demolition is undertaking the work on Fleming House on behalf of North Lanarkshire Council, with it expected to be complete in the summer of 2025 and represents the first step in the local authority’s 15-year plan to completely regenerate the town centre.
The wider project will also see the Centre Cumbernauld shopping centre be demolished to create a new town hub with education, health, community and leisure facilities, public transport improvements, and modern, bespoke retail and commercial outlets.
Councillor Jim Logue, leader of North Lanarkshire Council, said, “Fleming House has been a landmark in the town centre for many years, and its demolition signals the start of our plans for the new future for Cumbernauld.
“Our recent consultation has given us valuable feedback from residents and businesses on what facilities and services are needed. This will inform our detailed designs for the redevelopment over the next few years.
“Thank you to everyone who visited the exhibition and viewed the plans online. This was only the first stage of consultation with more opportunities for local residents to be involved as we develop the Cumbernauld Town Masterplan.”
The majority of people who visited the exhibition and spoke to council officers were supportive of the regeneration plans and wanted a town centre they can be proud of, the council said.
