Businesses in Alyth have been warned to expect disruption as a £500,000 overhaul of the town centre gets under way later this month.
Perth and Kinross Council has struck a deal for improvements at the east Perthshire town, which was submerged after flooding three years ago.
The Placecheck plan aims to make the square more pedestrian-friendly, with wider pavements and dropped kerbs.
Bus access and boarding facilities will be improved, and new power points installed for “event” lighting and seasonal displays.
The local authority has awarded the job to construction firm RJ McLeod, the group which was involved in the redevelopment of Glasgow’s George Square in 2013.
It follows new bridges which were installed in the town centre to replace those washed away during 2013’s great flood.
A council spokeswoman has warned that local businesses and residents could face some upheaval during the 12-week operation.
She said: “Following public consultation regarding this scheme in May, the council is pleased to advise that the works are due to start on Monday, August 27, with completion planned for November 16.
“The project has been developed through close working with Alyth Development Trust and Alyth Community Council and will see an investment of almost £500,000 in upgrading the town square.
“This will complement the works done to replace the bridges.”
She said: “There will be some significant disruption to car parking during the construction period.
“The project contractor RJ McLeod Ltd will endeavour to minimise this wherever possible, and their liaison officer will also work directly with businesses and residents to retain full pedestrian access to all properties during the construction period.
“The council would like to apologise in advance for any disruption and thank the local community for their patience and co-operation during the works.”
The regeneration plan has been in the pipeline for more than four years, but there was renewed interest after flooding in 2015.
More than 100 homes and businesses were damaged during freak downpours, which experts later described as a one-in-200-year event.
A major rescue operation was launched when the square became swamped, trapping people in their homes, shops and vehicles. The strength of the water even washed cars along the high street.
Since then, the public has helped shape the improvement plan at a series of workshops.
