Let’s stop the proposed development West of Ifield
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Everything you need to know to respond to the Planning Application:
See this slidepack for points to make and the process for responding:
Horsham Local Plan consultation
Everyone can oppose the inclusion of the 3,000 house site West of Ifield in Horsham’s draft Local Plan.HDC launched a six-week public consultation on their draft Local Plan on Monday 13th July, finishing 24th August. Residents can submit comments online, by email or post – please see HDC’s website and do read the FAQs.
For guidance on the process - see here. For guidance on points to make - see here - a Word document so you can copy and paste. Also see slidepack here for additional info on the difference between a palnning application and Local Plan, etc.
WEST OF IFIELD PLANNING APPLICATION IS STILL LIVE
Homes England submitted the planning application for 3,000 houses West of Ifield (WOI) a year ago, and it’s still open for comments on Horsham Council’s (HDC) website.
NOW is the time to object. This is the last chance to have your voice heard against the West of Ifield. The deadline for responses is not fixed, and won’t be before September 2026.
We’re not just objecting to 3,000 houses near Ifield. In fact, we’re trying to stop 10,000 houses between Horsham and Crawley to form Crawsham. Homes England have been very clear that 10,000 houses is their “masterplan” and that 3,000 West of Ifield is just phase 1.
You may have responded to the Regulation 19 consultation on HDC’s draft Local Plan in February 2024, and it’s likely you will be able to re-use some / all of your response for the planning application exercise.
You can respond on-line, by email, or by post. You mustinclude your name, full postal address, and the application reference number DC/25/1312
To respond on-line Go to the Horsham District Council Planning & Development portal: https://www.horsham.gov.uk/planning/planning-applications/view-and-comment-on-planning-applications Search under the reference DC/25/1312.
Click on Comments and input your text directly into the form.
Photos and files cannot be submitted via the portal but can be sent as attachments to emails to HDC, with your name, full address and the application number to: planning@horsham.gov.uk.
To respond by email Write to: planning@horsham.gov.uk . Include your name, full address and application number DC/25/1312.
To respond by post Write to the case officer – Jason Hawkes– at: Horsham District Council, Planning Department, Albery House, Springfield Road, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 2GB. Include your name, full address and application number DC/25/1312
For Part 1 of the SWOI response to the application CLICK HERE
Part 1 covers transport, sewage, water, biodiversity and heritage. Part 2 to follow soon.
Can you help win the fight?
We need funds to employ expert consultants to fight the planning application. If you’re able to donate something to help it would be very much appreciated.
Account name: Save West Of Ifield,
Number: 55426514
Sort code: 53-50-39.
It’s a Business account.
Or via GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-save-west-of-ifield
THANK YOU!
SWOI campaign film
Watch local councillors, politicians, and residents explain why they're opposed to the massive development of potentially 10,000 new houses being built on beautiful land. Film made in 2023 but still relevant.
https://www.youtube.com
SWOI responses to Regulation 19 consultation
Please click on the links below:
Exec summary + Spatial strategy Air pollution Gatwick noise Biodiversity - main Biodiversity - Policy 17
Golf - main Golf appendices 1 Golf - appendices 2 Golf - NPPF 99c
Health Water Heritage Landscape Housing - main Housing - Policy 37
The proposed development
Homes England wants to build 3,000 houses and a Western Link Road, across Rusper parish, adjoining Crawley. Despite Homes England calling it a West of Ifield development it is actually a Horsham development, which will impact you and the way you live your life. More cars, less green space - for nature and for us - a bigger fight for doctor’s appointments and that’s only the tip of the iceberg!
BUT IT’S NOT TOO LATE!
We can stop Horsham District Council approving this - together!
The Save West of Ifield Campaign Film
Featuring interviews with local councillors, politicians, and residents, we discuss why we're opposed to the massive development of potentially 10,000 new houses being built on beautiful land.
Do you want to help?
Do you want to get involved in keeping a greener Sussex, or want to find out more about the proposed development. Sign up to our email list, and join our Facebook group for all up to date information.