Planning permission is being sought for new units at a commercial site in Callington.
Beech Park Auctions owner Hilary Mackay hopes to create new jobs at the site with the construction of three starter units and containers for storage.
A proposal submitted to Cornwall Council would see the existing commercial yard used in a more intense way without encroaching onto surrounding land.
The plans include the construction of three 35 square metre units for commercial use, one unit for storage and distribution purposes to replace an existing marquee, and the installation of four metal shipping containers for storage and distribution.
The planning application states that the new units will be let out to local businesses with the expectation of creating six full-time and three part-time jobs.
The online auction rooms will continue to operate at the site, which is located between Callington and Kelly Bray on the South Hill Road.