Plans for McDonald’s and Starbucks drive-thru on edge of Downham Market recommended for approval

29 May 2020

Plans to build a McDonald’s and Starbucks on the outskirts of Downham Market in Norfolk town have recommended for approval by planning officers.

West Norfolk Council planning officers have recommended that proposals to build the two restaurants near the A10 Bexwell roundabout on the outskirts of Downham Market be approved.

Their comments on the council’s agenda documents, published ahead of the planning committee meeting next month, said the “economic benefits of the proposed development outweigh the concerns” raised by those objecting to it.

The plans also include 90 parking spaces for both customers and staff, with cycle parking and an outdoor eating and play space.

Planning permission was granted five years ago for a similar application on the land, which has been disused for around 40 years, but it had lapsed and new plans were submitted.

Planning Officer stated: “The proposal is considered to be an economic proposal, with some employment potential, that is situated in a sustainable position adjoining the development boundary for the town.

“Its location in close proximity to the A10 provides a roadside service facility.

“It is considered that the economic benefits of the proposed development outweigh the concerns raised by objectors to the scheme.”

The application is due to be discussed at the council’s virtual planning committee meeting on Monday, June 1.

Ref. No: 19/02216/F | Received: Tue 24 Dec 2019 | Validated: Mon 30 Dec 2019 | Status: Awaiting decision
Erection of Starbucks coffee shop and drive thru (class A3 use) and freestanding McDonald's restaurant with drive-thru (class A3/A5). Includes car parking, landscaping and associated works including the installation of 2 no. customer order displays, goal post height restrictor and child's play frame. Works for enclosure for gas and electricity Open for comment icon

Land At 161 Bexwell Road Downham Market Norfolk