Part of an historic house in Felpham can be used for guest accommodation

Plans were submitted for the part change of use of the East Wing of The Old Manor House, 1 Summerley Lane, from a dwelling house to guest accommodation comprising six en-suite rooms, with associated parking, bin and cycle storage, resurfacing of courtyard and minor external alterations.

Seven objections were received from residents concerned about parking provision, highways safety in respect of the access to the site, the junction with Summerley Lane and the suitability of the access road, impact on the privacy of neighbouring dwellings and overdevelopment.

Officers said the property is in a sustainable location, close to some local amenities and with public transport links to Bognor Regis and the surrounding area.

"The Council's Economic Development team are in support of the application, due to the identified need for further visitor accommodation in the area,” the decision report said.

“The character of the property would be altered as a result of the change of use. The site has previously been used as commercial/office space, a care home and a dwelling house.”

Eight parking spaces were provided for along with parking for the existing dwelling and staff parking to the front of the site.

To see the documents on the Arun planning portal use the search reference FP/164/25/PL.