Houghton said the roses, which would be located in front of the DMC01 building, would be “a celebration of our proud heritage and bold ambitions, reflecting Barnsley’s strength and unity while marking its future as a centre of opportunity and creativity”.
Designed to be seen from afar, the council said the central sculpture would be 49ft tall (15m). The other two would be 39ft (12m) in height, with the roses illuminated by night.
Work on them is expected to begin in summer if planning permission is granted.
The council said a report would be submitted to Cabinet in March to approve a combination of grant and council funding for the sculptures.
According to the local authority, the roses “are one of many plans Barnsley has as part of our ambition to become to UK’s leading digital town”.
“This development will attract new business and provide world-class opportunities, add to our cultural offer, help us to increase visitor footfall and support town centre businesses and the evening and night-time economy.”
