Planning Potential successfully secured full planning permission for two coordinated applications enabling the delivery of a new Busy Bees day nursery at 42 London Road, Hailsham.
The site's sustainable location, generous outdoor space, and long-standing community role made it an ideal candidate for adaptive reuse - perfectly positioned to meet the rising demand for early-years childcare.
The first application focused on essential external upgrades, including a reconfigured car park, enhanced refuse and cycle storage, and new outdoor play areas. The second addressed key operational requirements, such as installing air-conditioning plant, introducing a GRP switch room, and retaining necessary emergency exits. Together, the proposals supported safe, efficient day-to-day operation while preserving the building’s inherent character and ensuring a seamless path to approval.
Through meticulous site analysis and robust policy justification, Planning Potential evidenced continued community use and demonstrated that the scheme would have no negative impact on local amenity, highways, or townscape. Both applications aligned fully with planning policy and were successfully approved under delegated powers.
Summary of achievements
- Preparation of full planning documentation for two coordinated applications
- Comprehensive assessment demonstrating continuity of community use
- Coordination of specialist inputs to address technical and operational requirements
- Management, submission and monitoring of both applications
- Positive engagement with Council officers to secure delegated approvals
