Industrial

Thursday, January 22, 2026 somerset industrial development sparkford a303 planning legal environment flooding council

Somerset Council has reversed its earlier approval of a development project near the A303, halting plans to construct 34 light industrial ‘starter’ units in Sparkford. The decision comes after prolonged legal … Read More

Thursday, January 22, 2026 somerset sparkford a303 industrial planning development flooding legal section106 council

Somerset Council has reversed its earlier approval for a new industrial estate near the A303 after legal roadblocks stalled progress on critical agreements. In June 2022, Anthony Canvin submitted plans to construct up to 34 … Read More

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 screwfix minehead industrial jobs retail development planning somerset business construction

Screwfix is set to open a new store at the Vennlands Business Park in Minehead after plans for redeveloping a vacant industrial unit were approved by Somerset Council. The popular hardware and tools retailer, which operates … Read More

Monday, October 28, 2024 somerset a303 business units jobs sparkford industrial development infrastructure environment

The Somerset Council’s planning committee south has approved the construction of up to 34 light industrial units near A303 in Sparkford, Somerset. The units, proposed as ‘starter units’, aim to support small … Read More

Sunday, April 28, 2024 somerset planning application development industrial commercial housing upgrades council committees

Numerous planning applications have been submitted in Somerset, showcasing a range of potential developments including industrial units at a sawmill, commercial spaces near housing developments, and upgrades to a cheese … Read More