WOOTTON BASSETT Town Hall will be turning grey as part of major renovations, but the town council has reassured residents the colour change will only be temporary.
The 17th century building will be returned to its familiar mock Tudor look after the timbers have been lime washed as part of essential conservation work.
Last time similar restoration work was carried out locals were in uproar and fought for the building to be painted white with the wooden beams stained a dark colour.
The programme of repairs is due to begin in late April or early May.
The town council has invited a number of specialist companies to submit tenders for the repairs, which will cost between £12,500 and £15,000, part of which will come from North Wiltshire District Council.
The extensive schedule of work includes everything from repairs to the roof and windows to lime washing, staining the antique timbering and redecorating all the plaster infill panels.
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