Rother Local Plan 2025-2042 – Development Strategy and Site Allocations

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.