Eastbourne: Claremont Hotel development plans move forward
Plans to develop the Claremont Hotel building in Eastbourne have moved forward.
The former hotel in Grand Parade was devastated by a fire in November 2019.
Following years of disrepair, plans to build 65 ‘high quality’ apartments on the site were revealed in 2025.
Oasis Developers – the group behind the project – held a community consultation event in October to gather the thoughts of local residents.
Speaking on behalf of Oasis, consultant Steve Neocleous said 82.5 per cent of overall impressions on the scheme were ‘either quite or very positive’. The consultation also found that 78 per cent agree that it is important to restore the Claremont, and 84 per cent agree that ‘the proposed balance between heritage and modern living was right’.
Mr Neocleous added: "The applicants have been actively progressing the proposals, working with the project team and specialist consultants as well as continuing discussions with Historic England to ensure the scheme reflects the required character.
“The planning application is scheduled to be submitted to Eastbourne Borough Council in spring 2026.”
Last year, Oasis said its aim was to ‘create a development that respects the character of the area while delivering much-needed new homes’.
It added: "Restoring this important site will boost confidence in the seafront and support nearby shops, cafés, and businesses.
"It will also create jobs during construction and generate long-term investment through new residents and council tax contributions.”
Oasis previously said it estimates the project will take approximately 18 months’, with the first occupants expected to move into the building in ‘early 2028’.