General Amherst High School to be transformed into town hall and community space

Plans for a new Amherstburg town hall have been approved in principle, at the former General Amherst High School.

Valente developments has purchased the property, and is planning a major development which would see municipal headquarters move over to the building.

The major project would see new residential housing built, alongside a gym, and new parkland.

The face of the old high school and the majority of murals would be preserved under the plan, however, the inside would be redeveloped

092424_valente Plans from the developer would seek to preserve the facade of the building (Source: Valente Development Corporation)

35,000 square feet would be earmarked for a new town hall and council chambers, as well as a new civic theatre for public events.

An upcoming open house on Saturday, October 5, is your chance to have your say – it takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Libro Centre.