Pair of giant gas holders face uncertain future.
They have dominated part of the Southampton skyline for more than five decades. For thousands of Saints fans they are a familiar sight as they head off to St Mary’s every weekend.
Now the two enormous gas holders in St Mary’s could be consigned to the history books.
But even though they may appear to be an eyesore, city councillors could knock back demolition plans by Southern Gas Networks (SGN) – as they are locally listed buildings and therefore carry some planning protection.
Their status means that SGN must ensure whatever replaces the holders is an improvement on the structures.
And with the company saying it is “too early to say” what would go on the site, councillors will have to decide whether nothing at all is better than what is currently on the site.
It could also affect plans to redevelop the area surrounding St Mary’s Stadium.
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