Plans for an Olympic-size swimming pool at the National Sports Centre are now available for the public to view.

The Trustees of the Bermuda National Centre have applied for planning permission for the project, to be situated in Frog Lane, Devonshire.

Phase One of the Aquatic Complex features a 50-metre swimming pool, diving platform, 279 spectator grandstand, temporary changing facilities, temporary surface parking and mechanical support areas.

Government first announced plans for the Olympic-size pool during last year's Throne Speech. On November 10, Sports Minister Glenn Blakeney then announced $15 million of funding.

Mr. Blakeney said once planning permission is granted, the complex would go out to tender with an expected construction period of two years.

The hope is to get the outdoor aquatics centre open for the 2013 Island Games. Private sector funding is expected to make up any shortfall.

Architect Cooper and Gardner's plans for the complex are now available for public view at the Department of Planning. The plans include a 36ft high diving platform featuring five boards, plus four additional springboards. A scoreboard and 60ft lighting are to illuminate the sporting fixtures.

In the changing rooms, a family area is proposed plus male and female changing rooms, each housing 137 lockers.