An application for an M&S Food Hall on High Road, Bushey Heath, has received over 40 objections from residents.
Submitted to Hertsmere Borough Council on Friday, September 12, the proposal seeks to demolish 6-18 High Road and build a three-storey structure with basement and ground-floor parking, retail space, and 25 flats above.
However, many locals oppose the plan. They are worried about access as the proposal suggests entry from Springfield, which currently has no through route to the main road. Residents also fear the development will harm the character of The Lake Conservation Area, where the site is located.
Ravi Pankhania, managing director of Nacropolis, said: “The development has been carefully designed to complement its surroundings. The current site is dominated by a large car garage and a number of homes in various states of disrepair whilst the new site will see a generous planting of trees, shrubs, plants, and a complete upgrading of the landscaping.
“Parking for residents of the new apartments will be in the underground car park, accessed from Springfield at the rear. There will be no pedestrian access to the site from Springfield.”
Photo: PPM Planning Limited
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