Revamp plans have been discussed for more than six years

Contractors were moving into the multi-storey in St Austell to prepare for the demolition crew.

Delays were caused when Tesco objected to the demolition in a dispute over access rights to the roof of its town centre store.

The work is part of a £40m town revamp that was first discussed in 1999.

The multi-storey car park is due to be replaced by 90 car park spaces by Christmas.

But contracts have to be agreed with two landowners in the town centre before the £40m regeneration can begin.

Gareth Pinwell, the assistant chief executive of Restormel Borough Council, said: "Once those contracts are secure I would imagine the developer will be keen to get on site and make a physical start which will be a clear demonstration to the people of St Austell that the town is to be regenerated."