Plans for the refurbishment of Worthing Town Hall have been given the go-ahead by the borough council.
Work on the Grade II listed 1930s building was given the nod during a meeting of the planning committee.
It will include the removal and replacement of the front desk, removal of the raised platforms in the Gordon Room, removal of some non-original walls and partitions, new carpets, lighting and replacement ceilings where necessary, internal fitting for the kitchens and shower rooms, and a combination of secondary glazing and replacement windows.
James Appleton, head of planning, told the meeting:
“Generally, the alterations do not affect the historic layout of the town hall – and care has been taken to ensure that is the case – and key architectural features are enhanced as part of the works.”
The aim of the work is to improve the building’s thermal performance – how well it retains heat – while making more efficient use of space so that staff moving from nearby Portland House can be accommodated.
A council spokesman said an overall budget of £1.5m had been approved in December, though there will be extra IT costs.
They added:
“This investment will enable our NHS partners to share our accommodation in Portland House.
“This will generate an annual saving of £364,000, paying back the investment in under six years.”
Professional Photographer To Stage Six-Week Exhibition At Iconic East Sussex Forest
First look at plans for Newhaven Fort's thrilling new adventure playground
East Sussex's Kristina Could Earn Most On Instagram From Married At First Sight UK
Madeira Terrace Restoration Work Starts On Site Next Week
Lighting Up Crawley For Christmas
Work On Two New Outdoor Gyms In Brighton Complete
Eastbourne Student Reporter Lifts Lid On What’s Blocking Town’s Sewer
Crawley Resident Wins Council Tax Paid For A Year
Celebrate Small Animals At Raystede This November
Man Jailed For Threatening Victim With Firearm