Supported by PLMR, West Sussex County Council has achieved planning consent for a multi-million-pound retail-led regeneration scheme in Broadbridge Heath.

The plans for the former Broadbridge Heath Depot near Horsham will bring an under-utilised, vacant brownfield site back into use in accordance with its allocation within the Local Plan, delivering dynamic retail uses, with a selection of new and exciting brands.

The proposed developed represents a significant scheme for both Horsham and West Sussex County Council.

It will not only contribute to the economic regeneration of Horsham and wider West Sussex, but create an estimated 154 new jobs, and offer residents a broader more attractive retail offer in the area.

The plans were granted conditional approval last year and deferred to allow for further accessibility, which have since been agreed.

PLMR were first appointed by West Sussex County Council in 2023 to run a comprehensive public consultation exercise, including developing a project website, engaging with councillors, parish councils and community groups, along with local press, as well as running a public consultation event.

In 2024 the team were re-engaged to lead on stakeholder engagement ahead of the application heading to committee.

“This is an exciting regeneration scheme in Broadbridge Heath that offers plenty of benefits to the Horsham area and West Sussex. This opportunity will transform a large, vacant brownfield site to not only deliver a new, attractive, and strong retail offer in the area, but also create jobs for the community and support the local economy, in line with the council’s priorities.

“The team are proud to have worked hard alongside West Sussex County Council and the wider project team to achieve this outcome for a well-designed, sustainable, scheme which will create numerous benefits.”