Chancerygate has received the go-ahead to develop a logistics site in Sussex.
- The project addresses a shortage of modern logistic spaces in the region.
- Seven units will be constructed on a 4.59-acre site known as Audio Park.
- The development aims for high sustainability standards with BREEAM ‘Very Good’ and EPC B ratings.
- Strong market interest has already been expressed for these urban logistics units.
Chancerygate, an esteemed commercial and industrial property developer, has been granted planning permission to transform a former Sony logistics hub situated near Horsham, Sussex, into a significant 103,000 square foot logistics scheme. This strategic initiative comes in response to the marked deficiency of high-quality logistics spaces within Sussex, aiming to fortify the infrastructure essential for efficient supply chain operations.
Spanning an expansive 4.59-acre area named Audio Park, the ambitious development project will see the speculative construction of seven distinct units. These units are meticulously designed to vary in size from 8,325 to 33,940 square feet, meeting diverse industrial requirements. Aimed at securing a BREEAM accreditation of ‘Very Good’, the project also targets an EPC B rating for all units, effectively advancing the sustainability credentials of the site.
Conveniently located on the Southwater Business Park, the £27 million scheme benefits from excellent connectivity, positioned strategically near the A24 corridor between Crawley and Worthing. This location underscores the development’s appeal, promising enhanced accessibility for urban logistics operations within the region.
Matthew Young, Chancerygate’s development director, highlights the project’s potential to redress the scarcity of premium urban logistics centres in Horsham and the wider Sussex locality. He notes a pronounced demand for sustainable, Grade A logistics units, with Audio Park poised to fulfil this need by offering top-tier industrial warehouse accommodations that are both accessible and environmentally considered.
The response to this new development has been overwhelmingly positive, with substantial interest already evident even before the granting of planning permission. The scheme promises to reinforce the logistics infrastructure of mid-Sussex, which currently suffers from reliance on second-hand, less sustainable facilities, often only available on a leasehold basis.
Chancerygate’s Horsham development is set to enhance Sussex’s logistics capacity significantly.
