Plans to open new animal hospital in Horsham

The Arun Veterinary Group – which has a chain of independent practices in and around Horsham – wants to convert a building in Hurst Road.

It is currently seeking planning permission from Horsham District Council to make necessary changes to a building known as Milestone House which was previously used as offices.

In a statement to the council, Arun Group’s agent, architect Gerald Moore, says that plans to open the animal hospital had been delayed because of the pandemic and its after effects.

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The building had been temporarily occupied during the pandemic to protect it from vandalism. Now, Mr Moore said, the building was vacant and the Arun Group were in a position to go ahead with their proposals for the hospital in the three-storey building.

Extensive interior alterations are planned but no changes are proposed for the outside of the building.