Frequently Asked Questions
How can I find out what the funded projects are and where?
Lewes District Council have been successful in their bids to three separate Government funds in recent years; the Future High Streets Fund, Towns Fund & Levelling Up Fund. We have mapped these varied programmes and projects in the Activity Hub section of our website under “Map of Funded Projects”.
What is happening in the town centre?
The work taking place in Newhaven Square is funded through the Future High Streets Fund. You can learn more about this exciting investment programme here: Newhaven Square.
When will the former UTC building be back in use?
Lewes District Council has now purchased the former UTC building, newly launched as “ Marine Workshops”, and has been preparing the building for full occupation.The building is currently occupied by a mix of users; namely Lewes District Council, East Sussex College Group, and private enterprise providing rental income and additional employment.
Where can I find out about the project at West Quay Beach?
We have provided an overview of the project here: West Quay Beach and Community Destination A planning application was submitted in February 2023, reference LW/24/0051. You can search for and view the application here: https://planningpa.lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/online-applications/. Another point which is often raised, including within your responses to consultations, is that pedestrian access to West Beach is problematic, with no pavement along a stretch of the road. This has been fully acknowledged and LDC are working with landowners to find a solution
What has Your Newhaven achieved? Why has the website now become inactive?
Your Newhaven was a pilot project funded by the Department of Levelling Up Housing and Communities (DLUHC) to test the use of innovative digital tools, in an effort to make the planning process more open and accessible. Your Newhaven was designed to help provide information on the Regeneration projects which have been able to secure funding and are being delivered over the next few years, but also to pilot methods of engagement. • The results have been used to help inform decision making processes - view the results of the West Quay Car Park Consultation. • We particularly wanted to hear from younger residents - view the results of our Youth Survey. • The summaries of all your responses were shared widely, particularly to help influence the use of outdoor recreational space and to improve health and wellbeing. • The results have also been used to influence the design of Newhaven’s Wayfinding and Public Realm Improvement Scheme. The pilot period has now come to an end and resource will be focused on delivering these exciting projects for Newhaven.