PLANS to spruce up a Nelson "grot spot" look set to be approved.

Under the proposals, the former garages at Beresford Street, which have fallen into disrepair, are to be demolished, with a new 26-space car park and footpath to be built on the site.

Planning officers recommended the plan for approval, despite concerns from Lancashire County Council's highways department that the turning area provided would be too small.

No other objections have been received by the council, and officers said it complied with planning rules.

Members of Pendle Council's Nelson Committee will make the final decision at their meeting on Monday at 7pm at Nelson Town Hall.