New plans that will help shape the future of Lewes have been revealed by the South Downs National Park. Called the Local Plan Section 18 Consultation, it will cover policies on topics ranging from homes and transport to water pollution and the local economy. Residents can have their say via an online survey.
There are also a number of proposed new sites for housing included in the plans, with proposed new sites including the East Sussex College building on Mountfield Rd, County Hall, and Shelley’s Hotel.
Lewes Mayor Imogen Makepeace said: “Whether you are long-term residents or newly arrived; whether you have growing families or are empty nesters; if you want your children to be able to live in the town they have grown up in, or simply want to be able to live and work in a sustainable way, please add your voice.”
Residents can find out more about the plans at an exhibition at Cliffe Hall this coming Saturday, February 15th from 1.30-4.00pm, where Lewes Town Councillors as well as staff from the National Park will be available to answer any questions. They can then respond to the survey online, by email, or by sending a letter.
To help give resident views extra weight, Lewes Town Councillors would welcome the chance to read resident opinions on the plans, with a view to considering them as part of the Lewes Town Council response. Please contact [email protected]. You can read more about the plans here: https://sdnpalocalplanreview.commonplace.is/