What is Class A Planning Usage?

Class A has been revoked as of September 1, 2020.

• Classes A1, A2, and A3 have been replaced by the new Class E (a, b, c).
• Classes A4 and A5 are not covered by the new Class E and are now categorized as ‘Sui Generis’.

Use Class A – Shops

A1

Class A1 covers the following uses:

• Retail sale of goods, excluding hot food.
• Post office services.
• Sale of tickets or operation as a travel agency.
• Sale of sandwiches or other cold food intended for consumption off the premises.
• Hairdressing services.
• Funeral directing services.
• Display of goods for sale.
• Hiring out of domestic or personal goods or articles.
• Reception of goods for washing, cleaning, or repair.
• Sale, display, or service intended for visiting members of the public.
• Internet cafés, where the primary function is to provide public internet access.

A2

Class A2 includes:

• Financial services.
• Professional services (excluding health or medical services).
• Other services appropriate for a shopping area, including betting offices, mainly serving visiting members of the public.

A3

Class A3 involves:

• Sale of food or drink for consumption on the premises.
• Sale of hot food for consumption off the premises.

A4

Class A4 is designated for:

• Public houses, wine bars, or other drinking establishments.

A5

Class A5 pertains to:

• Sale of hot food for consumption off the premises.