550 homes at Imberhorne Lane, East Grinstead

“Site: Land South And West Of Upper Imberhorne School Imberhorne Lane East Grinstead West Sussex…”

“Proposal: Approval of Reserved Matters following Outline Planning Permission (Ref. DM/23/2699) relating to appearance, landscaping, layout and scale for 550 no. new residential units. (Drainage addendum received 02/04/2026). (Amended plans and information received 20th to 27th May showing revisions to the proposed design, landscaping, highways, housing and sustainability measures) (Surface water calculations received 24/06/2026).”

“The outline elements consisted of the provision of up to 550 dwellings, a care village consisting of 150 dwellings (C2 Use), provision of land for a 2-form entry (FE) entry primary school, a mixed-use neighbourhood centre, allotments and associated open space and infrastructure. The full element consisted of the site access, spine road, provision of an on-site Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) and new playing fields and sports facilities for Imberhorne School.”

“The site lies within the built-up area boundary of East Grinstead, to the north-west of the town centre, which is approximately 1.9km away. To the north of the site is Ancient Woodland, with the Birches Industrial Estate beyond. Imberhorne School lies immediately to the north-east of the site, the southernmost part of its playing field falling within the redline of the application boundary.”

“I have no objections to the amended plans. Please condition adherence to plans. East Grinstead Town Council Observations Original Plans Recommended for approval, however committee was keen to see a thorough flood risk assessment in light of local flooding experienced in the SA19 development area.”

“The primary road from Imberhorne Lane to the SANG car park/sports facilities, vehicular access from Imberhorne Lane and pedestrian/Cycle access from Imberhorne Lane were all granted detailed consent under the previously approved hybrid application. During this application, amended plans have been submitted in response to concerns about elements of the design of the proposal.”

“The Chairman took Members to a vote on the recommendations contained in the report and as amended in the Agenda Update Sheet, proposed by Councillor Whittaker and seconded by Councillor Sweatman. These were approved unanimously with 9 in favour.”

“It is recommended that reserved matters consent is granted subject to the conditions set out in Appendix A and as amended in the agenda update sheet.”