Road junction could be replaced with 'pocket park'
A road junction could be closed and replaced with a "pocket park" as part of new plans to re-design a Sussex village's shopping area.
Adur District Council has released plans for changes to Lancing in North Road, North Farm Road and Penstone Park aimed and making the area more pedestrian friendly.
The changes would be funded through money from a partnership with West Sussex County Council, with work potentially beginning at the start of 2026 if approved.
Councillor Becky Allinson, cabinet member for regeneration, said the plans aim to "revitalise the village" and make it greener and more accessible.
The new park in the North Farm Road junction would include trees, planting and seating to "encourage people to spend time" outdoors.
Also included in the plans are a new planting and seating area at the end of Penstone Park, with the entrance made one way and the road narrowed.
West Sussex County Councillor Garry Wall, cabinet member for economy, said the scheme could be funded buy pooling money from business rates to "support delivery of a viable scheme".
A consultation on the plans, which are available on the district council's website, will run until 27 July.
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