The houses are planned for land south of Clay Lane which is currently an unused former paddock, and would include a mixture of detached, semi-detached and terraced properties. Pre-application discussions have been ongoing with officers on the designated site since early 2014, during which a number of technical issues relating to both foul and surface water drainage were identified, however developer Bellway Homes has ensured these have been addressed. Within the planning documents, David Neame states: “The proposed residential development of 33 dwellings will fit in well with the surrounding area which is itself predominantly residential. “The proposals would stimulate a more diverse residential population in the area, thereby supporting a sense of activity and safety.” They added: “Careful consideration has been paid to orientation affording both privacy to the neighbouring dwellings, and the natural surveillance over public spaces such as access routes, pathways and courtyards. “Continual occupation on this site will establish interest and introduce new people to support the local economy.” The scheme meets the local plan requirement of 30 per cent affordable housing, which equates to ten of the proposed homes. The application states that ‘most dwellings are afforded spacious plots with comfortable separation from one to the next’, which the developer claims is in keeping with the aesthetics of the surrounding community. The application is now ‘pending consideration’ with Chichester District Council. Don’t miss out on all the latest breaking news where you live. Here are four ways you can be sure you’ll be amongst the first to know what’s going on. 1) Make our website your homepage at www.chichester.co.uk/ 2) Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ChichesterObserver 3) Follow us on Twitter @Chiobserver 4) Register with us by clicking on ‘sign in’ (top right corner). You can then receive our daily newsletter AND add your point of view to stories that you read here. And do share with your family and friends - so they don’t miss out! The Chichester Observer - always the first with your local news. Be part of it.