Plans to transform empty industrial unit in Paisley into indoor golf simulator unveiled

Plans to transform an empty industrial unit in Paisley into a new indoor golf simulator and practice facility have been unveiled.

Tee Time Fitness has submitted an application for planning permission for the site at Nethercommon Industrial Estate in Inchinnan Road to Renfrewshire Council.

If given the green light, it will be known as Pin Perfect Golf and feature three simulator bays, a putting and chipping practice area, reception and changing space.

It would operate daily from 10am until 10pm and initially employ two staff who would be supported by the managing director.

A planning statement said: “The proposed use will establish an indoor golf simulator and practice facility known as Pin Perfect Golf.

“The proposed development involves an internal fit-out only, with no external building alterations apart from one modest external sign to identify the facility.

“The development is expected to generate only a modest increase in vehicle movements.

“The maximum capacity is approximately 12 people using the simulator bays at one time, with an estimated 20 people in total, including the waiting area and staff.

“With eight allocated parking spaces, plus on-street capacity within the estate, the site is adequately served for its intended use.

“The use will not generate external noise. All activity is contained within the building, with simulators producing low-level sound comparable to normal conversation.

“Internal acoustic treatment is planned to further reduce sound transfer. The unit is located within an established industrial estate, well separated from residential properties.”

The applicant believes the idea is in line with planning policy because it brings a vacant industrial unit back into use, provides a new leisure facility that promotes physical activity and offers an inclusive and accessible environment.

“The proposed change of use is a sustainable and appropriate re-use of [the unit],” the statement added.

“It makes a positive contribution to the local area by introducing a new leisure facility with minimal impact on neighbouring uses.

“Adequate parking, access and noise mitigation measures are in place, and the business will provide community benefit through inclusive health and sporting opportunities.

“It is therefore respectfully requested that planning permission is granted for the proposed change of use.”

A decision on the application, which is expected to be made by council officers, will be confirmed at a later date.