Reasons to Support Us

The following points are considered to be ‘planning issues’…

Retail / Employment:

• Up to 40 new retail jobs will be created for local residents at a difficult time for the national economy.
• A lack of discount food retailers within Erith means that the proposal would improve choice and promote competition with up to 30% cost savings.
• The new Lidl store is will attract more investment into Erith.

Design:

• Contemporary food store building with a mixture of materials that are in-keeping with the local area.
• The proposed design responds to the site’s context and surrounding built environment.

Sustainability:

• Sustainable construction techniques will be employed as well as the use of sustainable materials.
• Lidl operate a highly energy efficient business with a strong commitment to recycling and the use of energy efficient equipment and techniques within the store to reduce carbon emissions.
• Customer cycle bays are positioned close to the store entrance to provide sustainable trips. In addition a bus stop is located close to the site.