Issue - meetings

Ward: Denne   Applicant: Aviva Life and Pensions UK Limited

The Head of Development reported that this application sought permission to reconfigure Unit 10 on the ground floor of Swan Walk to facilitate the creation of three new retail units and a 24-hour gym, and the enlargement of the toilet facilities and mall space. The proposal included the reconfiguration of the children’s play area and the creation of new floor-space at first floor level.

The application site was located in the centre of Horsham within Swan Walk shopping centre.  It was a large retail unit previously occupied by BHS. 

Details of relevant government and council policies and relevant planning history, as contained within the report, were noted by the Committee. The responses from statutory internal and external consultees, as contained within the report, were considered by the Committee.

The Neighbourhood Council raised no objection to the application, and no letters of representation had been received. 

Members considered the officer’s planning assessment which indicated that the key issues for consideration in determining the proposal were: the principle of development; its visual impact; residential amenity; access and safety; and parking provision.

Members concluded that the proposal would enhance the facilities within Swan Walk.

RESOLVED

That planning application DC/17/2379 be granted subject to the conditions and reasons as reported.