Rother Local Plan 2025-2042 – Development Strategy and Site Allocations
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Rother Local Plan 2025-2042 – Development Strategy and Site Allocations
Q32
Representation ID: 28893
Received: 27/02/2026
Respondent: Icklesham Parish Council
IK1
Object on the basis that the village have always objected to building on the Southside of the village, outside of the development boundary.
IK2
Object over issues with access road and soakaway. The draft plan suggests that the existing access to Orchard Close could be used but this is not considered to be suitable and would cause nuisance to neighbours whilst development takes place.
Both developments would be over development in terms of density and local infrastructure i.e. drainage.
Both sites are outside of the development boundary and could open the floodgates to further development outside of the development boundary.
IK1
We object to the proposed allocation on the basis that development to the south of the village has consistently been opposed by the local community through previous consultations and planning processes. This longstanding position reflects established community concerns regarding the suitability of expansion in this location, including its impact on the character, setting, and spatial form of the village.
IK2
Access and Drainage: The proposed sites present potential issues with the access road and the effectiveness of soakaway drainage systems. These matters could lead to safety risks and exacerbate surface water management challenges in the area.
Overdevelopment and Infrastructure Pressure: The scale and density of both developments are considered excessive relative to the village’s existing infrastructure. In particular, drainage capacity and other local services are unlikely to accommodate such additional pressure without substantial and potentially unsustainable upgrades.
Development Beyond Established Boundaries: Both sites lie outside the current defined development boundary. Allocating these sites could set a precedent, potentially encouraging further development beyond the village boundary.
