A new building project could transform the skyline of a historic high-street while delivering “much-needed housing” and inspiring the area’s regeneration.

An application has been submitted, in principle, to Swale council to add two new buildings with 11 homes to the Blue Town suburb on the outskirts of Sheerness on the Isle of Sheppey.

If successful, the plans would see two separate four-storey and three-storey structures added in the centre of the area's high street.

The two blocks would not be positioned alongside one another, but instead would be separated by a courtyard in between the front and back buildings, known as Block A and Block B.

Block A would be a four-storey building which fronts onto the High Street, and consists of nine, one-bedroom apartments and four commercial units.

Meanwhile Block B would front onto Charles Street and comprise a three-storey structure of two, one-bedroom properties, plus recycling and transport space.

The 700 sq metre proposal, which would be positioned directly opposite to the newly-refurbished Sheerness Dockyard Church, has been submitted with the aim of reviving Blue Town.

The brownfield site has remained vacant since the 1980s, despite a number of applications to Swale council.

Information on the application's planning statement says: "The site itself is not of historic interest as the existing buildings have long since been demolished.

"The vision has been to create a sustainable, mixed-use development which utilizes the existing vacant site [by] offering much-needed housing and making a positive contribution to the regeneration of the area.

"The open space created between Blocks A and B is a key element of the design.

"This inner courtyard aims to provide a gravel garden with seating, green roof shelters, water features and a planting scheme which enhances and promotes biodiversity - creating a meaningful space for the building users within the pockets of private and communal areas."

One of the most prominent features of the suburb is the Blue Town Heritage Centre, which displays various artefacts and memorabilia dedicated to the Island’s rich history.

Run by volunteer Jenny Hurkett, the site describes itself as the “little gem hidden in Blue Town”.

When asked what the new development could bring to the area, Mrs Hurkett replied: “Its appearance looks fine and, as weatherboarding, is in keeping with Blue Town’s theme.

“It also would be lovely if it is painted in blue as is proposed.

“However I am concerned about things like recycling bins and if they’ll become an eyesore stuck on the high street.

“I’m also worried about parking as it can be very congested here, with fly-tipping also a problem around Charles Street.

“But I would like to see more people here in Blue Town, so although I have some practical concerns, I am, in principle, for the development.”

You can view the application by searching here using the full reference 23/504374/FULL

Further plans would see two parking spaces added to the buildings, plus 20 new cycle spaces.

The proposed land also sits near accountancy firm, Blain Pritchard, and Blue Town Fish Bar.