Update on Lewes Phoenix proposals

Update on Lewes Phoenix proposals

May 17, 2023

The consultation period for plans to build a new community of 700 homes and cultural, business and flexible workspace in Lewes has been extended.

Human Nature (Lewes) Ltd has submitted a planning application to the South Downs National Park Authority for the redevelopment of the North Street Industrial Estate and Springman House, in North Street, Lewes.

The statutory consultation period has now been extended from 21 April to 26 May.

Kelly Porter, Major Projects Lead, said: “This is a major planning application for Lewes and it’s important everyone has the opportunity to have their say. After listening to local voices and given the complexity of the plans, this extension gives the public and all interested parties an additional five weeks to submit comments on these plans.  ”

Visit the public access system and search for reference number SDNP/23/00526/OUT to view the plans in detail.

The site is allocated for development in the National Park’s Local Plan. The proposals are phased. One element of the consultation relates to proposals for full planning permission to demolish existing buildings, construct flood defences, highways improvements, and the construction of buildings, of up to five storeys, to provide 44 dwellings.

Outline planning permission is being sought for further phases that would include buildings of up to six storeys comprising 656 dwellings, as well as up to 3,279m2 business, employment and flexible workspace.  The outline plans propose new parking provisions focusing on a mobility hub off The Causeway, highway improvements, including a realignment of North Street and Phoenix Place, a recycling and re-use centre, and construction of a new footbridge over the River Ouse.

It’s hoped a decision will be made during the autumn.