Franchisee submits planning application for vacant High Street shop.

A COSTA coffee shop could open in Honiton, it has been revealed.

Jurassic Coast Coffee Limited, a franchisee of the national coffee shop chain, is seeking planning permission to change the use of an empty shop in High Street.

The company wants to operate from premises formerly occupied by Threshers at 103 High Street, a planning application states.

It is also seeking Listed Building consent for alterations.

Honiton Town Council’s planning committee will consider the application next Tuesday.