New Co-op Supermarket on the Ropewalk, Southwell?

Following the July Edition of Focus we received many comments about the plans for a new Co-op Supermarket on the Ropewalk. Most comments were in support of the plan, but there were a considerable number of concerns. The Town Council has not objected to the plans after a very close vote, 7 in support and 5 against with one abstention, and one councillor prevented from voting because of the Code of Practice for Councillors.

The Town Council has also asked the District Council to impose conditions on any approval if the District agrees to the plan. The conditions are intended to implement the promises made by the Co-op such as upgrading the pathway to the Ropewalk from Kings Street, and keeping 'free' car parking at the current Co-op site.

The District Council, which actually decides Planning Applications, will consider the plan in November. If any resident wishes to comment on the plans or suggest conditions to the plan if it is approved, they should write to the Director of Planning, N&SDC, FREEPOST, Kelham Hall, Newark NG23 5YT as soon as possible.

If you want to make any representations to the Newark and Sherwood District who decide planning applications. Please write to the Director of Planning, N&SDC, Freepost Kelham Hall, Newark Notts NG23 5BR. You do not need a stamp.

You can e-mail from here.

Chris Perrett
Director of Planning, Kelham Hall
E-Mail chris.perrett@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk

It would be helpful if you would send a copy of your letter to Southwell Town Council at Minster Chambers, Church St,
Southwell NG25 ORD