The café chain that is taking over Ipswich's former Grimwades store has been announced - with plans to open by summer.
Last month, it was announced the former department store building, which has been unoccupied for several years, had been bought by Ipswich Borough Council.
It was later revealed one of the units in the building was set for a new café-restaurant, though its identity was not known.
Now, a planning application for external works to the Cornhill building has been submitted by the casual dining café franchise Jamaica Blue.
It will be the 21st UK café for the Australian-owned brand, with £300,000 expected to be invested into the project.
Twenty new full-time and part-time roles will be created with a target to open Jamaica Blue in summer of this year.
Neil MacDonald, Ipswich Borough Council leader, said: "I am sure residents will be excited to see things moving so fast for the Grimwades building, and it is great news that they will be able to picture what it could be like once it is occupied.
"I am delighted that we have received a planning application for the first of the two units.
"If approved, it will be a step forward to bringing a buzz of people and vibrancy to what was once a long-empty space, enhancing the enjoyment of the town centre for residents."
"We are thrilled to be bringing Jamaica Blue's signature offerings to the town of Ipswich. We look forward to welcoming guests to our new store and sharing the Jamaica Blue experience with even more communities in the future."
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