The New Market Buildings are a significant landmark in Bridgnorth that hold particular historical and architectural value. The building is grade II listed but has fallen into disrepair under the absentee owner who has left the building to crumble for over 10 years. Plans were drawn up to turn the building into a hotel, but this never came to fruition. Shropshire Council instructed the owner to make repairs and keep the exterior maintained to a high standard in 2018 but no significant work has been carried out. Masonry has been falling onto the pavement below, posing a significant safety risk. Repairs are needed urgently to save the building, but if the owner refuses or fails to engage, plans should be drawn up to Compulsory Purchase the building, potentially with the help of National Lottery funding or funding from elsewhere. The building could have many uses, with some suggesting it could be turned into a new library, food hall, theatre, or a mixed-use community hub.

This ePetition runs from 12/08/2024 to 12/02/2025.

870 people have signed this ePetition.