The Martlets concerned over detrimental impact

We are amazed by his suggestion that the huge green area to the west of the home is a shameful waste of space. Is he suggesting that every open area should be built upon?

We believe the architecture of this iconic Victorian convalescent home is quite unique to the area and is a great asset to Rustington visually. It is probably the best remaining prominent building left in Rustington.

Furthermore, the proposed development, by reason of its scale and density, would be out of keeping with the design and character of the convalescent home and would detract from its visual splendour.

The proposed development will have a detrimental impact on the amenities of the properties immediately adjacent to the site by being overlooked, the loss of privacy and its total visually overbearing impact.

The obvious increase in the volume of traffic will add to the already serious congestion in Rustington.

We are experiencing a high level of building along the south coast and the local infrastructure is taking the strain.

For each new development, we need more doctors, more hospital beds, more roads, sewage disposal systems, etc. We are coming to the point now where we are reaching full capacity.

Patrick Mason, Colin Wyeth and Roger Pizzey

residents of The Martlets

Rustington

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