Fergies Automotive Limited seeks permission to move into bigger unit in Thatcham

A Thatcham business has applied to take over a vacant industrial unit.

Shaun Ferguson-Miller, of Fergies Automotive Limited, has sought permission from West Berkshire Council to convert Unit 3, Pipers Court, Berkshire Drive, into a vehicle repair garage and DVSA authorised MOT testing facility to accommodate his expanding business, based in Unit 4 since 2019.

The site was occupied by Knowles-Wilkins Engineering Limited until April, which ran a car service and repair workshop.

If accepted, the proposed expansion would create a further seven staff roles, bringing the total number of full-time employees to 16.

Twenty-three car parking spaces, four bikes and one disabled space are also included within the plans.

No highway objections have been raised, but provision for an electric vehicle charging point is required.

The applicant has entered into a 15 year lease of the premises.

West Berkshire Council is expected to decide on the proposal by Thursday, October 24.