Ambitious plans for redevelopment of sports facility in Johnstone unveiledThorn Athletic Football Club lodges bid for planning permission for first part of project at home in Greenend Avenue. View Image How the multi-phase project at Greenend Avenue, Johnstone, could look once completeAmbitious plans for a significant redevelopment of a sports facility in Johnstone have been submitted to Renfrewshire Council. "The artificial pitch will enable year-round training on the site, when weather conditions prevent use of the existing grass pitch." ‌This planning application is the first stage of a planned phased redevelopment of the site, with further works intended to enhance the facility. ‌The document said it presents a "unique opportunity to galvanise" the community of Johnstone and Renfrewshire.