Six homes approved next to Pagham hotel
Plans for six new homes next to the Inglenook Hotel in Pagham have been approved by Arun District Council (ADC).
The application proposed the demolition of the existing storage buildings on the site and the construction of six three-bedroom houses on the land to the west of the hotel at 255 Pagham Road.
There are currently five static caravans on the site which have been used to accommodate hotel staff since the 1980s.
An earlier proposal for the same six homes was refused over concerns of drainage and flood risk which this resubmission sought to address.
Planning officers recommended the scheme for approval and said that the drainage proposals had been revised and now show that flood risk would not be increased.
Despite a technical shortfall with the development not fully meeting required standards for capturing the first 5mm of rainfall, officers concluded that the proposed discharge point had enough capacity.
The site lies outside of the built-up area boundary but due to it being surrounded by residential properties officers found that it would not look out of place.
Officers highlighted that the six homes would contribute towards local housing needs as a result of the council being unable to provide a five year housing land supply.
There were a total of 21 letters of objection attached to the application raising concerns over flooding, drainage, traffic, noise and wildlife.
Pagham Parish Council also objected to the plans taking issue with drainage, the use of green roofs, access through privately owned Platinum Gardens, construction traffic and impact on residents.
Councillor Dawn Hall, speaking on their behalf at the planning committee meeting, said:“We do not believe that the fundamental drainage concerns have been satisfactorily resolved,” adding that it was not confirmed whether the green roofs “effectiveness can be secured and maintained for the lifetime of the development”.
Planning agent Kai Penny said: “The proposal will deliver six high quality family homes that will significantly enhance the cluttered appearance of the site, and make efficient use of under utilised land. The scheme will result in economic benefits, with construction activity, and in the longer term, with future residents visiting and supporting local businesses.”
The approval is subject to a Section 106 agreement which requires a £5,844 contribution to mitigate impacts on Pagham Harbour. Planning conditions are also attached to approval with drainage, construction management, tree protection, biodiversity and parking as matters to be covered.