Replacement shop front at Unit 26 And 27 The Orchards, Haywards Heath

What was proposed

The application sought external alterations to replace the shop front, including a new window, facing brickwork and white PVC windows.

“Summary of Representations 4.1 There were no letters of representation received in response to the proposed development. Summary of Consultees Mid Sussex District Council Corporate Estates No response received. Parish Council Observations 6.1 No comment. Introduction 7.1 Planning permission is sought for the development of a replacement shop front. The application is before members as the site is located on Mid Sussex District Council owned land.”

“With regard to policy constraints, the site is set within the Haywards Heath built up area boundary. Application Details 10.1 The proposal would alter the proposed shop frontage at Unit 26 to match the same vendor as Unit 27. Proposed works would include removing the existing doorway and adding an additional window in its place with facing brick to the base. Proposed materials would include white PVC windows.”

Officer report

Officers’ recommendation

Officers recommended approval, finding the works appropriate in design and unlikely to harm the street scene or neighbouring amenities.

“National policy (which is contained in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and National Planning Policy Guidance) does not form part of the development plan but is an important material consideration. The proposed works are considered to be appropriate in terms of their design and would not detract from the appearance of the street scene and would not cause unacceptable harm to neighbouring amenities.”

Officer report

Who spoke

A planning officer introduced the report and described the application as a replacement shopfront.

The committee vote

Members unanimously approved the recommendations contained in the report.

“The Chairman took Members to a vote on the recommendations contained in the report which were approved unanimously.”

Minutes

The decision

Planning permission was approved subject to the conditions set out in Appendix A.

“Planning permission was approved subject to the conditions outlined at Appendix A.”

Minutes