A PLANNING application has been submitted for a new diner and drive-thru in Penrith.

A drive-thru for takeaway food is proposed to facilitate use by local workers at the site on Gilwilly Industrial Estate & Eden Business Park, Penrith.

The application was submitted to Eden District Council on April 25 by Manning Elliot Partnership on behalf of a client.

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The application says: "The proposed development is designed as a modern, single storey building with a large glazed façade which in additional to being a focal point is a welcoming feature of the building.

"The glazed façade provides a light and airy space for the consumption of food and beverages.

"The monopitch roof will be clad in a modern roofing membrane for a singular appearance.

"The walls will be finished in white through-colour render whilst the windows and doors will be finished in grey aluminium."

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