Joy as "revolting" barber shop plans for Ayrshire town are approved

dailyrecord.co.uk:

An Ayrshire businesswoman has won her battle to improve the offering at her trendy barber’s shop - despite the plans being labelled “revolting.” Donna McIntyre submitted proposals for outdoor seating at the McIntyre Barberista, on Prestwick Main Street.

She sought retrospective planning permission for outdoor seating at the shop, along with a part change of use and alterations at the Barberista.The shop boasts old-fashioned records, a vintage scooter and has become a “vibrant community space” in recent months where punters can sit, relax and have a freshly brewed coffee while they wait for a haircut.It also helps men feel socially included.

But an Ayrshire businessman slapped in a strongly-worded letter of objection to Donna’s proposals, labelling them “quite revolting.”The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.In his objection, John Keenan, from North Harbour Street, Ayr, said: “The idea that you can have you hair cut and have your lunch I find quite revolting.

Environmental issue?”Mr Keenan ended his letter by saying: “I have rented my properties for over 40 years in Prestwick.“This application makes me question why people bother to invest in this town if this application is approved.”But the application was approved, much to Donna’s delight.She said on social media: “We are delighted to say our application for a Class 3 and designated outdoor seating area has been