Proposal put forward to build seven new homes in village near Eastbourne

If approved, they would be built on the land west of Hailsham Road in Stone Cross.

They would be two storeys and each property would have a private driveway for two vehicles.

The site would also have four visitor parking spaces.

Cycle storage would also be provided in the rear gardens.

The design and access statement stated: “The new homes will have easy access to local services and facilities, public transport links, employment areas and the Public Rights of Way network.

“The site is located very close to an existing bus route. There are footpaths nearby which link the site to the Public Rights of Way network.

"Vehicle Access is provided from the new access point from Hailsham road via a single access road within the site. Each house in turn has a private driveway area and carport or garage.

“Pedestrian Access is via the existing footpath to the south, and from the proposed access point on Hailsham Road. Within the site pedestrian access is provided by a pavement alongside the proposed vehicle access road.

“The exact location and route of the public right of way will be changed so that it can be upgraded and integrated into the landscape proposals.

"There is a local centre nearby in Stone Cross on Dittons Road which includes a Supermarket, GP Surgery, Pharmacy, Pub, Community Centre, Takeaway, and Cafe. Nearby to the south is the local primary school. Nearby to the East is Pevensey and Westham Station.

“The site can be considered a sustainable location.”