Approval for change of use of vacant unit on St Benedict’s Street, Norwich

The application was approved following Lanpro successfully setting out the case that there is no demand for the current use class or for the site to be used for retail use given the length of time that the unit has been vacant, the amount of marketing that has been undertaken and the current change in patterns taking place within retail. The approval will allow the building owners more flexibility in the type of tenant that can take the building on. This is extremely important in the current times with the uncertainty around the future of retail on the high street.

If you have a similar project and would like some advice please get in touch with Jane Crichton, Senior Associate Planner on 01603 631319.