Plans to add 12 new rapid electric vehicle charging stations at a supermarket in the Lake District have been given the go-ahead.
The Lake District National Park Authority has approved proposals from InstaVolt to add 12 electric vehicle charging stations to Booths car park in Windermere.
Planning documents said: “In order to service the many individuals, families, businesses, and communities within this conservation area after the 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles there is an urgent requirement for rapid electric vehicle charging points.
“It is paramount that this charging infrastructure is situated in appropriate locations as to not have a detrimental effect on the historic core of the town.
“The 12 proposed electric vehicle charging stations have been designed to fit appropriately within an existing tarmacked car park with surrounding existing infrastructure/street furniture already in place.”
It is proposed this application will overwrite a previous proposal for four electric charging stations which was approved in 2019 due to a change in design and location within the car park.
Planning documents added the proposals would provide essential infrastructure for the area and will use the latest rapid charging technology, accessible for all electric vehicle drivers to use.
