South Shields set to welcome new grooming salon

A new dog grooming salon could open in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, under new plans submitted to the local authority.

South Tyneside Council has received a planning application for a property listed as ‘S and C Fitness’ at 56 Horsley Hill Square, previously a sunbed shop and gym.

The plans are seeking permission for a change of use and the proposed floor plans set out planned facilities for the business, including dog cages and a work area with grooming tables.

The plan adds a hot water feed would be needed for built-in shower areas at the rear of the business unit.

A decision on the planning application will be made once a period of council consultation has concluded. The consultation will run until 11 November.