Plans for external wheelchair lift at new Troon Library are given the go-ahead

Proposals to make the new Troon Library more accessible have been approved.Ayrshire Live previously told in April last year how the library was to relocate to the town’s Municipal Buildings, while the old library would be converted into a nursery.Now plans to build an external wheelchair lift, to ensure easier access to disabled patrons, have been given the green light.The plans were rubber stamped by council planners, so too was a request to make alterations at the historic municipal buildings.The Municipal Buildings are category B listed, dating from 1932.

The building is of a Neo-Georgian design incorporating the town hall with municipal offices to the front, and concert hall at the rear.A description of the proposals states: “Listed building consent is sought for the installation of an external wheelchair lift, and alterations to the listed building.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.“The proposals are concentrated on the front elevation and involve the minor regrading of the circulation space around hard standing and grassed area - where the proposed lift is to be located.“A section of stone to the side of the steps is to be removed to facilitate access to and from the lift.

The lift frame measures approximately 1.5 metres by 1.4 metres to a height of 3.1 metres, and constructed of dark grey metal frame, with infill glazed panels.”The report continues: “The