The site

Planning

The site has been identified as proposed allocation DPA14 in the submitted draft Mid-Sussex Local Plan (MSLP) 2024, for the construction of up to 200 homes, including both market and affordable housing, a community building, as well as a community orchard and country park.

The Local Plan is currently at examination, with the stage 2 hearing sessions due to take place in 2025. The proposed development looks to address the requirements of Policy DPA14 by:

Making on-site provision for:

  • Up to 200 dwellings, 30% (60) being affordable
  • A community working hub in partnership with charity Kangaroos
  • Outdoor play and learning space
  • Other outdoor provision
  • Informal outdoor space

Making off-site provision for:

  • Sustainable transport measures including enhanced pedestrian and cycle links between the site and the village centre, Car Club, bus service enhancements and a Green Travel Plan and associated initiatives
  • Any highway works identified as necessary by the Transport Assessment / Local Plan to improve the capacity and or safety of the local highway
  • Sewerage network upgrades

Making financial contributions towards the provision of:

  • Sustainable transport
  • Additional capacity at local primary and secondary schools
  • Enhanced provision at the local Library
  • Local Community Infrastructure
  • Emergency services
  • Improvements to local health facilities.
Help Shape the Future of Foxhole Farm
Leave Feedback