CLARKS Village could soon see a major change – including the part-demolition of a landmark store – if plans are approved.

The Harris Partnership, on behalf of the outlet centre’s owner Landsec U+I, has submitted plans to divide and part-demolish a unit at the Street shopping complex to create two new stores.

If approved, the scheme would see Unit 71 – currently occupied by Next and an attached toilet block – divided and partially demolished to create “two separate units, Units 71 and 71A”.

The current shop and toilet block would be reconfigured to create two “appropriately-scaled and flexible retail units better suited to modern commercial requirements”, the plans said.

“A new shopfront is proposed to replace the existing entrance, improving legibility and activation at street level,” the application went on.

The building is currently home to the Next Clearance store and a toilet block behind. Pictures: Harris Partnership/Somerset Council

“The shopfront will be constructed using high quality aluminium glazing frames, complemented by timber-clad gabled features above. The chosen materials have been carefully selected to integrate harmoniously with the surrounding architectural context of the village.

“The revised frontage introduces two clearly defined and welcoming entrances, enhancing accessibility, visual interest, and the overall vitality of the shopping environment.”

It said the redevelopment of the building would create new units and “generate additional employment opportunities for members of the Street community”.

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“The proposals introduce a welcoming and fully accessible entrance to both units, constructed using high-quality materials that are sympathetic to the surrounding context,” the application concluded.

“This approach improves the character and appearance of the area, contributing positively to the area and reinforcing the vibrant high street culture of the shopping village.”

No details are contained of future occupants of the proposed units – including whether Next would remain. We have contacted the retailer for any response to the plans.

For more details on the scheme, visit somerset.gov.uk and search application reference 2026/0132/FUL.

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How the new-look units could look at Clarks Village, in Street, if plans are approved. Picture: Harris Partnership/Somerset Council