Planning in South Downs National Park

New and Existing Community Facilities

1. Development proposals for new and/or expanded community facility infrastructure will be permitted where: a) They demonstrate a local need; b) The scale of the proposed infrastructure is proportionate to the local area; c) There has been prior local community engagement; d) They are accessible and inclusive to the local communities they serve; and e) Appropriate consideration has been given to the shared use, re-use and/or redevelopment of existing buildings in the host community. 2. Development proposals that would result in the loss of, or have an unacceptable adverse impact upon, an existing community facility, will not be permitted unless: a) For commercially run community facilities, evidence is provided of a robust marketing campaign of at least 24 months that clearly demonstrates there is no market demand for the existing use or an equivalent community use; or b) For community- or publicly-owned or managed facilities, it can be robustly demonstrated that there is a lack of need for the existing facility, or an equivalent community use; or c) Alternative community facilities are provided that are accessible, inclusive and available, and of an equivalent or better quality to those lost, without causing unreasonable reduction or shortfall in the local service provision.

Provision and Protection of Open Space, Sport and Recreational Facilities and Burial Grounds/Cemeteries

1. Residential development will be required to provide open space on site or within proximity to the site, in line with the National Park Authority's adopted standards as set out in Figure 7.6, or their replacements. Development proposals for open space should demonstrate how they: a) Are of a type determined by the scale and type of development and the needs of the area; b) Are of high quality design which reflects the landscape character and setting; c) Are safe and accessible for all members of the community; and d) Include provision for the long-term management and maintenance of any recreation or open space facilities provided. 2. Development proposals for new buildings that provide local sport and recreational facilities should be located within settlement boundaries as defined on the Policies Map. Outside of settlement boundaries new buildings for local sport and recreational facilities will be limited to those ancillary to and essential for the use of the land for outdoor sport and recreation. Robust evidence of a sequential search for sites and the ancillary nature of the building will need to be provided and agreed with the Authority. Development proposals for new or improved playing surfaces should be located within or close to settlement boundaries as defined on the Policies Map. 3. Development proposals will be refused where they would result in the loss of open space unless provision of equal or better quantity, quality and accessibility is made in close proximity to the existing open space. Robust evidence must be provided to demonstrate the following: a) Alternative provision is available in the vicinity without causing an unreasonable reduction or shortfall in meeting the local need; b) It has been demonstrated that the land cannot reasonably be converted to another form of open space provision for which there is an identified deficit; and c) The development will provide alternative, sports, recreation or open space facilities, the need for which clearly outweighs the loss of the open space. 4. Development proposals for new cemeteries and burial grounds will be permitted where they are: a) Appropriately sited with regard to impact on local amenity; b) Designed to make the most of opportunities to improve and/or create new biodiversity, habitats and GI; and c) Will have no adverse impact on groundwater and surface water.

Public Realm, Highway Design and Public Art

1. Development proposals will be permitted provided that they protect and enhance highway safety and follow the principles set out in the document, Roads in the South Downs, or any future replacement. 2. Development will not be permitted where it would reduce the biodiversity, landscape and amenity value and character of historic rural roads. Particular attention will be given to new access points and other physical alterations to roads, and to the impacts of additional traffic. 3. Site layout must be designed to protect the safety and amenity of all road users. The design and layout of new development must give priority to the needs of pedestrians, users of mobility aids, cyclists and equestrians. Movement through the site must be a safe, legible and attractive experience for all users, with roads and surfaces that contribute to the experience rather than dominate it. 4. Street design and management proposals must be context-sensitive, responding to the specific character, activities, heritage, built form and layout, materials and street furniture of the location. Highway design must pay particular attention to the role and location of buildings, doors and entry points. 5. Appropriately designed and located new public art will be supported, in particular within settlements. New public art should be site specific, reflecting and respecting the site and its context.

Shop Fronts

1. Development proposals for new, or changes to, existing shop fronts will be permitted where they: a) Relate well to the building in which they are situated, giving regard to upper floors, in terms of scale, proportion, vertical alignment, architectural style and materials; b) Retain and restore where possible significant historic features of any original shop front; c) Are based upon a traditional approach to shop front design; d) Take account of good architectural features of neighbouring shop fronts so that the development will fit in well with the street scene particularly if located within a conservation area or on a listed building; and e) Use materials which respect the street scene. 2. If a single shop front is to be created by joining two or more units, it should reflect and show the original divisions that existed, particularly in the case of historic properties. 3. There will be a presumption against internally illuminated signage/logos as well as solid shutters or any other feature which obscures window displays, unless this is a traditional feature of a historic premises. 4. External lighting is only normally appropriate for businesses operating in the evening. If it can not be avoided, it should be kept to a minimum, be discreetly positioned and incorporated into the design.

Advertisements

1. Advertisement consent will be granted where: a) The location, size, scale, proportions, design and materials of the advert respects the character and appearance of the host building (including any historic significance), site and area; b) The number of adverts is kept to a minimum to ensure that there is no harmful cumulative impact on the host building and/or the amenity of the area; and c) There is no harmful impact to public safety. 2. There will be a presumption against internally illuminated advertisements. 3. Externally lit advertisements are normally only appropriate for businesses operating in the evening. If it cannot be avoided, they should be kept to a minimum, be discreetly positioned and incorporated into the design of the building.

Safeguarding Views

1. Development proposals will only be permitted where they preserve the visual integrity, identity and scenic quality of the National Park, in particular by conserving and enhancing key views and views of key landmarks within the National Park. 2. Development proposals will be permitted that conserve and enhance the following view types and patterns identified in the Viewshed Characterisation & Analysis Study: a) Landmark views to and from viewpoints and tourism and recreational destinations; b) Views from publically accessible areas which are within, to and from settlements which contribute to the viewers' enjoyment of the National Park; c) Views from public rights of way, open access land and other publically accessible areas; and d) Views which include or otherwise relate to specific features relevant to the National Park and its special qualities, such as key landmarks including those identified in Appendix 2 of the Viewshed Characterisation & Analysis Study, heritage assets (either in view or the view from) and biodiversity features. 3. Development proposals will be permitted provided they conserve and enhance sequential views, and do not result in adverse cumulative impacts within views.

Design

1. Development proposals will only be permitted where they adopt a landscape-led approach and respect the local character, through sensitive and high quality design that makes a positive contribution to the overall character and appearance of the area. The following design principles should be adopted as appropriate: a) Integrate with, respect and sympathetically complement the landscape character by ensuring development proposals are demonstrably informed by an assessment of the landscape context; b) Achieve effective and high quality routes for people and wildlife, taking opportunities to connect GI; c) Contribute to local distinctiveness and sense of place through its relationship to adjoining buildings, spaces and landscape features, including historic settlement pattern; d) Create high-quality, clearly defined public and private spaces within the public realm; e) Incorporate hard and soft landscape treatment which takes opportunities to connect to the wider landscape, enhances GI, and is consistent with local character; f) Utilise architectural design which is appropriate and sympathetic to its setting in terms of height, massing, density, roof form, materials, night and day visibility, elevational and, where relevant, vernacular detailing; g) Provide high quality, secure, accessible, and where possible, integrated storage for general and recycling waste, heating fuel, and transport related equipment; h) Provide high quality outdoor amenity space appropriate to the needs of its occupiers or users; i) Ensure development proposals are durable, sustainable and adaptable over time, and provide sufficient internal space to meet the needs of a range of users; j) Give regard to improving safety and perceptions of safety, and be inclusive and accessible for all; and k) Have regard to avoiding harmful impact upon, or from, any surrounding uses and amenities.

Sustaining the Local Economy

1. Development proposals that foster the economic and social well-being of local communities within the National Park will be permitted provided that they meet one or more of the following: a) Promote and protect businesses linked to the National Park's key sectors of farming, forestry and tourism; b) Promote and protect green businesses linked to ecosystem services; c) Support rural supply chains across the National Park and its environs and encourage closer ties between rural businesses; d) Provide for and support small and micro businesses through the provision of small, flexible, start-up and move-on business units including incubator uses; e) Provide flexibility for established businesses to secure future resilience and protect local jobs; f) Intensify the commercial use of an employment site and make a more efficient use of brownfield land; and g) Promote smart economic growth and advances in information and communications technologies, particularly superfast broadband.

Farm and Forestry Diversification

1. Development proposals relating to farm and forestry diversification will be permitted where: a) A diversification plan is submitted, which demonstrates that: i. The proposed development(s) would contribute to the first purpose of the National Park by providing long-term benefit to the farming or forestry business as an agricultural/forestry operation; ii. Diversification activities remain subsidiary to the agricultural or forestry operation, in terms of physical scale and environmental impact; and iii. The proposed development does not cause severance or disruption to the agricultural holding. and b) The development re-uses or replaces existing buildings where feasible. Where this is not feasible, the development should be related physically and functionally to existing buildings, be of an appropriate scale, and retain agricultural character; and c) Any outdoor storage is provided as a minor ancillary element of other uses.

Malling Brooks, Lewes

1. Land at Malling Brooks, Lewes is allocated for the development of approximately 7,040m2 of B1/B2/B8 employment uses and appropriate landscaping. Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet or exceed the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Landscaping to retain and enhance the previous ecological connectivity of the site, to cover around 30% of the site. The northern and eastern sections of the site must provide broad landscape strips of at least 20m, planted with native species and incorporating a watercourse, in accordance with the plans submitted with planning applications SDNP/13/04579/DCOND and SDNP/13/02155/FUL, and appropriate management proposals secured through Section 106 agreement; b) All main roofs on the site should take the form of green roofs; c) Protection and enhancement of the footpath running through the site; d) The phasing of development to be coordinated with that of the North Street Quarter to provide a smooth transition for businesses displaced from the latter site; e) A comprehensive approach to flood risk will be adopted and development will be undertaken in accordance with the recommendation of an agreed Site Specific FRA; f) Development to be undertaken in accordance with the findings and conclusions of the Ecological Assessment Report dated December 2007 Revision 1 and the Ecological Design Strategy dated December 207 Revision 3, accompanying Planning Application LW/07/1608; and g) Parking spaces ancillary to the development, at a level acceptable to the highway authority.

Employment Land

1. The SDNPA will make overall provision for the following amounts of new employment land between 2014 and 2033: − Office (B1a/b): approximately 5.3 hectares − Industrial (B1c/B2): 1.8 hectares − Small-scale warehousing (B8): 3.2 hectares 2. Development proposals for the change of use of redundant B2 premises and land to accommodate the need for new offices and/or warehousing will be permitted provided that there would not be a potentially adverse impact on the landscape and other special qualities of the National Park including by reason of traffic, noise or pollution. 3. The Authority will safeguard all existing employment sites and allocations that are fit for purpose from development proposals for non-employment uses. Change of use applications that would result in a loss of employment land will only be permitted provided that evidence of a robust marketing campaign of at least 12 months clearly demonstrates that there is no market demand for the business premises. 4. The principal and local employment sites are shown on the Policies Map, to which further protection applies as follows: a) On principal employment sites: B Class employment uses will be safeguarded from development proposals for Non-B Class Uses and evidence of a robust marketing campaign of at least 18 months will be required. b) On local employment sites: commercial uses will be safeguarded from development proposals for non-commercial uses and evidence of a robust marketing campaign of at least 18 months will be required. Details of marketing requirements are set out in Appendix 3.

Climate Change and Sustainable Use of Resources

1. The Authority will encourage all new development to incorporate sustainable design features, as appropriate to the scale and type of development. 2. All development proposals will be required to achieve the minimum standards as set out below unless it can be demonstrated that doing so is not technically feasible or would make the scheme unviable: Residential: i. Energy efficiency: 19% carbon dioxide reduction improvement against Part L (2013) through the energy efficiency of the building and; ii. Water: Total mains consumption of no more than 110 litres per person per day. Non-residential and Multi-residential: i. Major: Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) Excellent 3. All development proposals, including retrofitting, will be required to demonstrate, proportionately, how the development addresses climate change mitigation and adaptation through the on-site use of zero and/or low carbon technologies, sustainable design and construction, and low carbon materials. 4. Major development proposals should also include an energy assessment to demonstrate how carbon dioxide emissions are to be minimised on-site.

Renewable Energy

1. Development proposals for renewable energy schemes, except those specifically addressed in Criterion 2, that contribute towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions and moving towards a carbon neutral National Park will be permitted where it is demonstrated through suitable site specific analysis that the proposal: a) Makes provision for the removal of the facilities and reinstatement of the site, should it cease to be operational; b) Ensures existing public access is not impeded; and c) Does not result in the loss in use of Grades 1, 2 or 3a agricultural land. 2. Development proposals for small-scale individual wind turbines and freestanding solar arrays serving individual properties or small groups of properties will be permitted where: a) They are suitably sited and screened and clearly associated with the buildings or properties that they are intended to serve; b) They are appropriate in scale to the property being served; and c) There is no unacceptable adverse impact on local amenity or conflict with public safety.

Ecosystems Services

Ensure that all development has a net positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to deliver ecosystem services

Trees, Woodland and Hedgerows

Increase in area of woodland. A well-managed and better-connected network of habitats in the National Park. Increase in Ha. of woodland in active management. Adaptation of woodlands to climate change

Trees, Woodland and Hedgerows

1. Development proposals will be permitted where they conserve and enhance trees, hedgerows and woodlands. 2. Development proposals that affect trees, hedgerows and woodland must demonstrate that they have been informed by a full site survey, including an Ecological Survey, Arboricultural Method Statement and associated Tree Protection Plan, and include a management plan. 3. The removal of protected trees, groups of trees woodland or hedgerows will only be permitted in exceptional circumstances and in accordance with the relevant legislation, policy and good practice recommendations. Where protected trees are subject to felling, a replacement of an appropriate number, species and size in an appropriate location will be required. 4. Development proposals must provide adequate protection zones and buffers around hedgerows and other woodland and trees to prevent damage to root systems and taking account of future growth. A minimum buffer of 15 metres will be required between the development and ancient woodland or veteran trees. 5. A proposed loss or damage of non-protected trees, woodland or hedgerows should be avoided, and if demonstrated as being unavoidable, appropriate replacement or compensation will be required. 6. Development proposals must demonstrate that appropriate protection measures are in place prior to any work on site throughout the development process as part of a comprehensive landscaping plan, and that suitable opportunities for the restoration, enhancement or planting of trees, woodland, and hedgerows are identified and incorporated. 7. Opportunities should be identified and incorporated for planting of new trees, woodlands and hedgerows. New planting should be suitable for the site conditions, use native species and be informed by and contribute to local character, and enhance or create new habitat linkages.

Strategic Policy SD17: Protection of the Water Environment

1. Development proposals that affect groundwater, surface water features, and watercourse corridors will not be permitted unless they conserve and enhance the following: a) Water quality and quantity, and help achieve requirements of the European Water Framework Directive, or its replacement; b) Ability of groundwater, surface water features and watercourse corridors to function by natural processes throughout seasonal variations, within the immediate vicinity, and both upstream and downstream of the site of the proposal; and c) Specifically for surface water features and watercourse corridors: i. Biodiversity; ii. Historic significance; iii. Character, appearance, and setting; iv. Public access to and along the waterway for recreational opportunities; and v. Ability for maintenance of the watercourse, including for flood risk management purposes. 2. Development within Groundwater Source Protection Zones (SPZs) will only be permitted provided that there is no adverse impact on the quality of the groundwater source, and provided there is no risk to its ability to maintain a water supply. 3. Development proposals must incorporate measures to eliminate risk of pollution to groundwater, surface water and watercourse corridor features which would harm their ecological and/or chemical status. 4. Development proposals for the provision of agricultural reservoirs that aid demand management, water efficiency and water storage will be permitted where they are compatible with the National Park purposes.

The Open Coast

1. Development proposals within the Sussex Heritage Coast area and the undeveloped coastal zone of the National Park, as defined on the Policies Map, will not be permitted unless they: a) Meet one of the following two criteria: i. Are appropriate to the coastal location and conserve and enhance the character of the Heritage Coast/undeveloped National Park coastline; or ii. Are necessary for the operational needs of activities in support of the Heritage Coast. and b) Are consistent with the Beachy Head to Selsey Bill Shoreline Management Plan, or its replacement; c) Conserve and enhance coastal access to/from the coast and along the coastline; and d) Cause no adverse impact on any designated MCZ and should ensure their conservation and, where possible, enhancement.

Ecosystem Services

1. Development proposals will be permitted where they have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute goods and services. This will be achieved through the use of high quality design, and by delivering all opportunities to: a) Sustainably manage land and water environments; b) Protect and provide more, better and joined up natural habitats; c) Conserve water resources and improve water quality; d) Manage and mitigate the risk of flooding; e) Improve the National Park's resilience to, and mitigation of, climate change; f) Increase the ability to store carbon through new planting or other means; g) Conserve and enhance soils, use soils sustainably and protect the best and most versatile agricultural land; h) Support the sustainable production and use of food, forestry and raw materials; i) Reduce levels of pollution; j) Improve opportunities for peoples' health and wellbeing; and k) Provide opportunities for access to the natural and cultural resources which contribute to the special qualities. 2. Development proposals must be supported by a statement that sets out how the development proposal impacts, both positively and negatively, on ecosystem services.

Equestrian Uses

Development proposals for equestrian development will be permitted where they: a) Are of a scale and/or an intensity of equestrian use compatible with the landscape and the special qualities; b) Demonstrate good design which is well located and responds to local character and distinctiveness; c) Re-use existing buildings wherever feasible and viable; d) Locate new buildings, stables, yard areas and facilities adjacent to existing buildings provided they respect the amenities and activities of surrounding properties and uses; e) Are well located to existing utilities and transport infrastructure, including vehicular and field accesses, tracks and bridleways; f) Provide new or supplementary landscape features including hard and soft treatments and planting, consistent with local character; and g) Demonstrate a conservation based land management approach.

Agriculture and Forestry

1. Development proposals for new buildings or structures for the purposes of agriculture or forestry will be permitted where: a) There is an agricultural or forestry need for the development within the National Park and its scale is commensurate with that need; b) The development occupies the site best suited to conserving and enhancing the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the National Park. Wherever possible, development should re-use or be on the footprint of an existing agricultural building, otherwise it should be related physically and functionally to existing buildings associated with the enterprise, unless there are exceptional circumstances relating to agricultural or forestry necessity for a more isolated location; c) The buildings are in keeping with local character and of a design that reflects the proposed agricultural or forestry use; d) The proposals include structure planting to integrate the development into the existing local landscape framework; e) A building has not been disposed of or converted to an alternative use at the holding in the past three years, which could have met the need of the development proposed; and f) Existing redundant buildings within the application site which have a negative impact on landscape character are removed where appropriate. 2. Development proposals for new or improved access tracks for forestry or agriculture will be permitted where: a) The proposal is essential for the sustainable management of the land; b) It has been demonstrated that it is not feasible to accommodate the proposed traffic using existing accesses; c) The layout and design conserves and enhances local landscape character and the special qualities; and d) Where appropriate, the track is opened as a path for permissive public usage.

Landscape Character

1. Development proposals will only be permitted where they conserve and enhance landscape character by demonstrating that: a) They are informed by landscape character, reflecting the context and type of landscape in which the development is located; b) The design, layout and scale of proposals conserve and enhance existing landscape and seascape character features which contribute to the distinctive character, pattern and evolution of the landscape; c) They will safeguard the experiential and amenity qualities of the landscape; and d) Where planting is considered appropriate, it is consistent with local character, enhances biodiversity, contributes to the delivery of GI and uses native species, unless there are appropriate and justified reasons to select non-native species. 2. Where development proposals are within designed landscapes, or the setting of designed landscapes, (including historic parkscapes and those on the Historic England Register of Historic Parks and Gardens) they should be based on a demonstrable understanding of the design principles of the landscape and should be complementary to it. 3. The settlement pattern and individual identity of settlements and the integrity of predominantly open and undeveloped land between settlements will not be undermined. 4. Green and blue corridors will be safeguarded. Development proposals should identify and take opportunities to create and connect green and blue corridors. 5. The restoration of landscapes where features have been lost or degraded will be supported where it contributes positively to landscape character.

Green Infrastructure

1. Development proposals will be permitted where they demonstrate that they: a) Maintain or enhance GI assets, GI links and the overall GI network; and b) Provide new GI, or improvements to existing green assets and green linkages, which are integrated into the development design, that meets the needs of communities both within and beyond the site's boundaries. 2. GI proposals must contribute to multifunctional landscapes which: a) Strengthen connectivity and resilience of ecological networks; b) Incorporate GI measures that are appropriate to the type and context of the development proposal as part of an overall landscape design; c) Maximise opportunities to mitigate, adapt and improve resilience to climate change; d) Maximise opportunities for cycling and walking, including multi user routes and, where possible, facilitate circular routes; and e) Support health and wellbeing and improve opportunities for understanding and enjoyment of the National Park and its special qualities. 3. Development proposals that will harm the GI network must incorporate measures that sufficiently mitigate or offset their effects. 4. Where appropriate, the Authority will seek to secure via planning condition or legal agreement provision for the future management and/or maintenance of GI.

Local Green Spaces

The following green areas, as defined on the Policies Map, are designated and protected as Local Green Spaces, in line with the NPPF: Brighton & Hove • Green Ridge Buriton • The Links • Buriton Recreation Ground • Village Pond/War Memorial • Sheep Dip and Pond Green • Sumner Road Green Spaces Cheriton • Open space at Top of Freemands Yard Lane Corhampton and Meonstoke • Church Green, Meonstoke Droxford • Droxford Parish Green East Chiltington • Hollycroft Field East Dean, East Sussex • The Horsefield • Went Way Allotments East Worldham • East Worldham Playground Fulking • North Town Field Hambledon • Speltham Down (1) and (2) • The Glebe Land Midhurst • South Pond and associated green space • Half Moon Covert • Carron Lane Recreation Area • Holmbush Recreation Area • St Margaret's development community garden • Jubilee Path and associated green space Poynings • Poynings Playing Field • Poynings Allotments Selborne • Burlands Field or Culverscroft • Dowlings Little Mead and Church Meadow • Selborne Recreation ground Slindon • Slindon Common Recreation Ground • Top Playing Field • Meadsway • The Forge Field • Jubilee Orchard • The Allotments • The Copse Wannock, Polegate • Wannock Coppice

Flood Risk Management

1. Development proposals will be permitted that seek to reduce the impact and extent of all types of flooding through: a) Steering development away from areas of flood risk as identified by the EA and the SFRA and directing development to Flood Zone 1, wherever possible. Development in areas of flood risk will, where relevant, be required to meet the national Sequential and Exception Tests; b) Not increasing the risk of flooding elsewhere and, wherever possible, reducing overall flood risk; c) Flood protection, mitigation and adaptation measures necessary and appropriate to the specific requirements of the proposal, the development site and other areas potentially impacted; and d) Ensuring that the integrity of coastal and river flood defences are not undermined. 2. Development proposals should, where required by national policy and guidance, be accompanied by a site specific Flood Risk Assessment (FRA). 3. Proposed flood protection, mitigation and adaptation measures should be supported with a management schedule, the identification of the body responsible for maintenance, and evidence of funding and maintenance in perpetuity.

Sustainable Drainage Systems

1. Development proposals will be permitted where they ensure that there is no net increase in surface water run-off, taking account of climate change. 2. Proposals for major development* will be permitted where they provide suitable sustainable drainage systems, unless it is demonstrated to be inappropriate. All other development proposals must give priority to the use of suitable sustainable drainage systems where required by the LLFA. 3. SuDS, where feasible, must support the provision of open space, public amenity areas and enhancing biodiversity and other public benefits as appropriate. 4. Where SuDS are provided, arrangements must be put in place for their whole life management and maintenance.

Pollution and Air Quality

1. Development proposals will be permitted provided that levels of air, noise, vibration, light, water, odour or other pollutants do not have a significant negative affect on people and the natural environment now or in the foreseeable future, taking into account cumulative impacts and any mitigation. 2. Development proposals that by virtue of their location, nature or scale could impact on an existing AQMA, as shown on the Policies Map, will be required to: a) Have regard to any relevant Air Quality Action Plan (AQAP) and to seek improvements in air quality through implementation of measures in the AQAP; and b) Provide mitigation measures where the development and/or associated traffic would adversely affect any declared AQMA. 3. Development proposals will be required to provide mitigation measures where the development and/or its associated traffic could lead to a declaration of a new or extended AQMA. 4. Development proposals will be permitted where they follow best practice methods to reduce levels of dust and other pollutants arising during a development from demolition through to completion.

Contaminated Land

1. Development proposals for sites with either known or suspected contamination or the potential to contaminate land either on site or in the vicinity, will require the submission of robust evidence regarding investigations and remedial measures sufficient to ensure that any unacceptable risk to human health or the health of the environment is removed prior to development proceeding.

Relative Tranquillity

1. Development proposals will only be permitted where they conserve and enhance relative tranquillity and should consider the following impacts: a) Direct impacts that the proposals are likely to cause by changes in the visual and aural environment in the immediate vicinity of the proposals; b) Indirect impacts that may be caused within the National Park that are remote from the location of the proposals themselves such as vehicular movements; and c) Experience of users of the PRoW network and other publicly accessible locations. 2. Development proposals in highly tranquil and intermediate tranquillity areas should conserve and enhance, and not cause harm to, relative tranquillity. 3. Development proposals in poor tranquillity areas should take opportunities to enhance relative tranquillity where these exist.

Dark Night Skies

1. Development proposals will be permitted where they conserve and enhance the intrinsic quality of dark night skies and the integrity of the Dark Sky Core as shown on the Policies Map. 2. Development proposals must demonstrate that all opportunities to reduce light pollution have been taken, and must ensure that the measured and observed sky quality in the surrounding area is not negatively affected, having due regard to the following hierarchy: a) The installation of lighting is avoided; and b) If lighting cannot be avoided, it is demonstrated to be necessary and appropriate, for its intended purpose or use: i. Any adverse impacts are avoided; or ii. If that is not achievable, then adverse impacts are mitigated to the greatest reasonable extent. 3. Lighting which is proposed to be installed must meet or exceed the level of protection appropriate to the environmental zone, as shown on the Policies Map, as set out in the table below. Location Requirements for level of protection Dark Sky Zone description ILP guidance Landscape impact Maximum Lux level (suggested 10 Lux) Preferred lights-off curfew Astronomical darkness curfew E0 Dark Sky Core and areas outside this zone with a SQM of 20.5+ E1(a) 2km Buffer Zone and areas outside this and the above zone which are of intrinsic rural darkness with a SQM range of 20 to 20.5 E1(b) Transition Zone and areas outside this and the above zones with a SQM range of ~15 to 20 E3/4 Urban zone with an SQM of <15 4. Outdoor lighting proposals are required to provide a statement to justify why the proposed lighting is required.

Biodiversity and Geodiversity

1. Development proposals will be permitted where they conserve and enhance biodiversity and geodiversity, giving particular regard to ecological networks and areas with high potential for priority habitat restoration or creation. Prior to determination, up-to-date ecological information should be provided which demonstrates that development proposals: a) Retain, protect and enhance features of biodiversity and geological interest (including supporting habitat and commuting routes through the site and taking due account of any use by migratory species) and ensure appropriate and long-term management of those features; b) Identify and incorporate opportunities for net gains in biodiversity; c) Contribute to the restoration and enhancement of existing habitats, the creation of wildlife habitats and the creation of linkages between sites to create and enhance local and regional ecological networks; d) Protect and support recovery of rare, notable and priority species; e) Seek to eradicate or control any invasive non-native species present on site; f) Contribute to the protection, management and enhancement of biodiversity and geodiversity, for example by supporting the delivery of GI and Biodiversity Action Plan targets and enhance Biodiversity Opportunity Areas (BOA); and g) Comply with the mitigation hierarchy as set out in national policy. 2. The following hierarchy of site designation will apply in the consideration of development proposals: a) Internationally Protected Sites, as shown on the Policies Map (SPAs, SACs and Ramsar Sites, or candidate and formally proposed versions of these designations): i. Development proposals with the potential to impact on one or more international sites(s) will be subject to a HRA to determine the potential for likely significant effects. Where likely significant effects may occur, development proposals will be subject to Appropriate Assessment ii. Development proposals that will result in any adverse effect on the integrity of any international site will be refused unless it can be demonstrated that: there are no alternatives to the proposal; there are imperative reasons of overriding public interest why the proposal should nonetheless proceed; and adequate compensatory provision is secured b) Nationally Protected Sites SSSI, NNRs, MCZ as shown on the Policies Map: i. Development proposals considered likely to have a significant effect on nationally protected sites will be required to assess the impact by means of an EIA ii. Development proposals should avoid impacts on these nationally protected sites. Development proposals where any adverse effect on the site's notified special interest features is likely and which cannot be either avoided or adequately mitigated will be refused, unless the benefits of the development, at this site clearly outweigh the likely impact to the notified features of the site and any broader impacts on the network of nationally protected sites c) Irreplaceable Habitats (including ancient woodland as shown on the Policies Map, and veteran trees): Development proposals which result in the loss or deterioration of irreplaceable habitats, including ancient woodland and veteran trees will be refused unless there are wholly exceptional reasons and a suitable compensation strategy exists d) Locally Protected Sites (Sites of Nature Conservation Importance (SNCI)/Local Wildlife Sites (LWS)/Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINC), Local Nature Reserves (LNR and Local Geodiversity Sites (LGS)) as shown on the Policies Map: i. Development proposals considered likely to have a significant effect on local sites will be required to assess the impact by means of an Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) ii. Development proposals that will result in any adverse effect on the integrity of any local site which cannot be either avoided or adequately mitigated will be refused, unless exceptional circumstances outweighing the adverse effects are clearly demonstrated e) Outside of designated sites i. Development proposals should identify and incorporate opportunities to conserve, restore and recreate priority habitats and ecological networks. Development proposals should take opportunities to contribute and deliver on the aims and objectives of the relevant biodiversity strategies where possible.

International Sites

The Mens SAC, Ebernoe Common SAC and Singleton & Cocking Tunnels SAC 1. Development proposals on greenfield sites and sites that support or are in close proximity to suitable commuting and foraging habitat (including mature vegetative linear features such as woodlands, hedgerows riverine and wetland habitats) within the following ranges as shown on the Policies Map, should have due regard to the possibility that Barbastelle and Bechstein's Bats will be utilising the site. Such proposals will be required to incorporate necessary surveys and ensure that key features (foraging habitat and commuting routes) are retained, in addition to a suitable buffer to safeguard against disturbance. a) 6.5km: Key conservation area – all impacts to bats must be considered given that habitats within this zone are considered critical for sustaining the populations of bats within the SACs; and b) 12km: Wider conservation area – significant impacts or severance to flightlines to be considered. 2. Proposed use or development of the tunnels comprising the Singleton & Cocking Tunnels SAC will be required to demonstrate that there is no adverse effect on the interest features, including hibernation habitat for Barbastelle and Bechstein's Bats, or on the integrity of the site. Arun Valley SPA 3. Development proposals on greenfield sites within 5km of the Arun Valley SPA, as shown on the Policies Map, will undertake an appraisal as to whether the land is suitable for wintering Bewick Swan. If it is suitable then surveys will be undertaken to determine whether the fields are of importance to the swan population. If so, appropriate alternative habitat would be required before development could proceed. Wealden Heaths Phase II SPA 4. Development proposals resulting in a net increase in residential units within 400m of the boundary of the Wealden Heaths Phase II SPA, as shown on the Policies Map, will be required to demonstrate that the need for development cannot be solely met outside of the 400m zone, and undertake a project-specific HRA. 5. Development proposals resulting in a net increase in residential units within 5km of the boundary of the Wealden Heaths Phase II SPA will be required to submit a screening opinion to the Authority for a project-specific HRA which, in consultation with Natural England, will determine whether a likely significant effect on the integrity of the site will result. Likely significant effects will be assessed through the HRA and any requirement for mitigation identified. 6. To help protect the Wealden Heaths Phase II SPA, the National Park Authority will work with relevant authorities and Natural England as part of a working group with regard to monitoring, assessment and measures which may be required. Planning permission will only be granted for development that responds to the emerging evidence from the working group, the published recommendations, and future related research. Solent Coast SPAs 7. Development proposals resulting in a net increase in residential units, within the Solent Coast SPAs (Chichester & Langstone Harbours SPA, Portsmouth Harbour SPA and Solent & Southampton Water SPA) zone of influence shown on the Policies Map, defined as 5.6km from the boundary of these sites, may be permitted where 'in combination' effects of recreation on the Solent Coastal SPAs are satisfactorily mitigated through the provision of an appropriate financial contribution to the delivery of strategic mitigation. In the absence of a financial contribution toward mitigation, an appropriate assessment may be required to demonstrate that any 'in combination' impacts which are likely to have a significant adverse effect can be avoided or can be satisfactorily mitigated through a developer-provided package of measures.

Landscape Character

Landscape character conserved and enhanced. Restoration of lost or degraded landscape features

Safeguarding Views

Conservation and enhancement of views and landmarks

Relative Tranquillity

Conservation and enhancement of relative tranquillity

Dark Night Skies

Maintain and increase the percentage of the National Park with the highest quality skies of E0 and E1a standard (20 magnitudes per arcsecond2 and above)

Biodiversity and Geodiversity

A well-managed and better-connected network of habitats in the National Park. Increased populations and distributions of priority species. An increased number of SSSIs in favourable condition. Any developments within, or within impact zones or buffers (as relevant) for, designated wildlife sites, to conform with Policies SD9: Biodiversity and Geodiversity and/or SD10: International Sites. No net loss of biodiversity as a result of any development

Listed Buildings

A reduced percentage of listed buildings at risk of being lost as a result of neglect, decay or inappropriate development

Historic Environment

1. Development proposals will only be permitted where they conserve and enhance the historic environment, including through the safeguarding of heritage assets and their setting. 2. Applicants will be required to provide a Heritage Statement sufficient to allow an informed assessment of the impact of the proposed development on the significance of the heritage asset(s). 3. Development proposals which affect heritage assets (whether designated or non-designated) or their setting will be determined with regard to the significance of the asset, including the long-term conservation and enhancement of that asset. 4. Development proposals will be permitted where they enhance or better reveal the significance of heritage assets, particularly where they are considered to be at risk of irreversible harm or loss. 5. Development proposals which appropriately re-use redundant or under-used heritage assets with the optimal viable use, which secures their long-term conservation and enhancement, including of their setting, will be supported. 6. Development proposals for enabling development that would otherwise conflict with other planning policies but which would secure the future conservation of a heritage asset will be permitted provided: a) The proposals will not materially harm the heritage values of the asset or its setting; b) It can be demonstrated that alternative solutions have failed; c) The proposed development is the minimum necessary to protect the significance of the heritage asset; d) It meets the tests and criteria set out in Historic England guidance Enabling Development and the Conservation of Significant Places; e) It is subject to a legal agreement to secure the restoration of the asset; and f) It enables public appreciation of the saved heritage asset.

Listed Buildings

1. Development proposals which affect a listed building or its setting will only be permitted and listed building consent granted where: a) They preserve and enhance the significance of the listed building and its setting by demonstrating that loss of historic fabric and detail of significance, including internal features, floor plans and the integrity of the rooms, is avoided; or b) Harm to the significance of the listed building or its setting is considered to be outweighed by public benefits by the Authority, when appropriate mitigation measures will be expected, including archaeological investigation (including a written report) or recording. 2. Development proposals will be refused planning permission and/or listed building consent where they cause substantial harm to a listed building or its setting.

Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation of Historic Buildings

1. Development proposals will be permitted, and where relevant listed building consent granted, for works to heritage assets to adapt to, or mitigate the effects of, climate change where it can be clearly demonstrated that this is consistent with all of the following: a) The preservation and enhancement of the heritage asset's significance, character and appearance; b) The preservation and enhancement of the heritage asset's special architectural or historic interest; c) The long-term preservation of the historic built fabric; and d) The setting of the heritage asset.

Development Management Policy SD15: Conservation Areas

1. Development proposals within or affecting a conservation area will be permitted where they preserve and enhance the special architectural or historic interest, character or appearance of the conservation area. Sufficient information to support an informed assessment should be provided on the following matters: a) The relevant conservation area appraisal and management plan; b) Overall settlement layout and relationship to established landscape setting; c) Historic pattern of thoroughfares, roads, paths and open spaces, where these provide evidence of the historic evolution of the settlement, and the historic street scene; d) Distinctive character zones within the settlement; e) Mix of building types and uses, if significant to the historic evolution of the settlement; f) Use of locally distinctive building materials, styles or techniques; g) Historic elevation features including fenestration, or shop fronts, where applicable; h) Significant trees, landscape features, boundary treatments, open space, and focal points; and i) Existing views and vistas through the settlement, views of the skyline and views into and out of the conservation area. 2. Within a conservation area, development proposals which involve the total or substantial demolition of buildings or structures will only be permitted where it is sufficiently demonstrated that: a) The current buildings or structures make no positive contribution to the special architectural or historic interest, character or appearance of the conservation area; and b) The replacement would make an equal or greater contribution to the character and appearance of the conservation area.

Development Management Policy SD16: Archaeology

1. Development proposals will be permitted where they do not cause harm to archaeological heritage assets and/or their setting. Sufficient information in a Heritage Statement is required to allow an informed assessment of the significance of the archaeological heritage asset and its setting, and the impact of the proposed development on that significance. 2. There will be a presumption in favour of preservation in-situ for Scheduled Monuments and other archaeological heritage assets of equivalent significance. 3. Development proposals that will result in unavoidable harm to, or loss of, an archaeological heritage asset's significance, will only be permitted where there is a clear justification in terms of public benefits arising from the development which outweigh that harm and, in the case of substantial harm/loss, also meet the following requirements: a) There is no less harmful viable option; and b) The amount of harm has been reduced to the minimum possible. In these cases, preservation by record secured through an agreed Written Scheme of Archaeological Investigation will be required.

Historic Environment

Conservation of the historic environment

Development Strategy

Deliver a medium level of development dispersed across the towns and villages of the National Park, while protecting the National Park's special qualities; Support Neighbourhood Planning

Supply of Homes

1. The National Park Authority will make overall provision for approximately 4,750 net additional homes over a 19 year period between 2014 and 2033. 2. These will be delivered through: i) The development of strategic sites and the allocation of land for housing in the Local Plan and NDPs; ii) The implementation of planning permissions; and iii) The development of land previously unallocated or identified (windfall). 3. Approximately the following levels of housing are provided for, in addition to extant planning permissions granted prior to 1st April 2015 and windfalls, through sites either: − Allocated in this Local Plan or in Neighbourhood Development Plans, or − Substantially completed at the time of Local Plan submission: Settlement Housing provision Alfriston 15 Amberley 6 Binsted 11 Buriton 10 Bury 6 Cheriton/Hinton Marsh 14 Coldwaltham 28 Corhampton and Meonstoke 18 Ditchling 15 Droxford 26 Easebourne 50 East Dean and Friston (East Sussex) 11 East Meon 17 Fernhurst (including Syngenta) 220 (200) Findon 28 Fittleworth 6 Greatham (Hampshire) 38 Itchen Abbas 9 Kingston near Lewes 11 Lavant (including Mid Lavant and East Lavant) 20 Lewes (including North Street Quarter) 875 (415) Liss (including West Liss and Liss Forest) 150 Midhurst 175 Petersfield 805 Petworth 150 Pyecombe 8 Rogate 11 Selborne 6 Sheet 16 South Harting 13 Stedhham 16 Steep 10 Stroud 28 Twyford 20 West Ashling 16 West Meon 11 4. Neighbourhood Development Plans that accommodate higher levels of housing than is set out above will be supported by the National Park Authority providing that they meet local housing need and are in general conformity with the strategic policies of the development plan.

Mix of Homes

1. Planning permission will be granted for residential development that delivers a balanced mix of housing to meet projected future household needs for the local area. Proposals should provide numbers of dwellings of sizes to accord with the relevant broad mix. a) Proposals for affordable housing delivered as part of a market housing scheme should prov

Affordable Housing

1. Development proposals will be permitted provided that: a) On sites with gross capacity to provide 11 or more homes, a minimum of 40% of new homes will be provided as affordable homes on-site, of which a minimum 75% will provide a rented affordable tenure. b) On sites with gross capacity to provide between 3 and 10 homes, a proportion of affordable homes will be provided in accordance with the following sliding scale, applied to new homes created: 3 homes - Meaningful financial contribution, to be negotiated case-by-case 4 – 5 homes - 1 affordable home 6 – 7 homes - 2 affordable homes, at least 1 of which is a rented affordable tenure 8 homes - 3 affordable homes, at least 1 of which is a rented affordable tenure 9 homes - 3 affordable homes, at least 2 of which is a rented affordable tenure 10 homes - 4 affordable homes, at least 2 of which is a rented affordable tenure Development proposals of 4 to 10 net dwellings will provide affordable housing on-site. Exceptionally, at the discretion of the Authority, financial contributions in lieu will be accepted. 2. Where, exceptionally, provision of affordable housing which complies with Part 1 of this policy is robustly shown to be financially unviable, priority will be given to achieving the target number of on-site affordable homes over other requirements set out in this policy. 3. Development proposals will be permitted provided that affordable housing units are integrated throughout the development, are indistinguishable in design and materials from the market housing on the site, and, where feasible, will remain affordable in perpetuity. 4. Occupancy conditions and local connection criteria will be applied to affordable housing to ensure local needs are met. Specific criteria will be determined by the Authority, in close partnership with established community-led and legally constituted organisations or CLTs where applicable. 5. Developers may not circumvent this policy by artificially subdividing sites.

Rural Exception Sites

1. Proposals for new residential development of 100 per cent affordable housing outside of settlement boundaries as shown on the Policies Map will be permitted, provided that the following are met: a) Affordable housing is provided in perpetuity; b) The site selection process has considered all reasonable options, and the most suitable available site in terms of landscape, ecosystem services and overall sustainability has been chosen; c) The scale and location relates well to the existing settlement and landscape character; and d) It is shown that effective community engagement has fed into the design, layout and types of dwellings proposed. 2. The size (number of bedrooms), type and tenure, (for example, social and affordable rented, intermediate, shared ownership or older people's housing) of affordable homes for each proposal will be based on robust and up-to-date evidence of local community need. 3. Occupancy conditions and local connection criteria will be applied to affordable housing to ensure local needs are met. Specific criteria will be determined by the Authority, in close partnership with established community-led and legally constituted organisations or CLTs where applicable.

Replacement Dwellings

1. Development proposals for replacement residential dwellings outside settlement boundaries, as defined on the Policies Map, will be permitted where: a) The structure, constituting all new and existing development, does not result in a net increase of more than approximately 30% compared with the gross internal area of the existing dwelling; and b) The replacement dwelling is not overbearing or of a form which would be detrimental to the amenity of nearby residents by virtue of loss of light and/or privacy. 2. Development proposals for the replacement of one residential dwelling with two or more separate residential dwellings will be permitted where: a) Criteria 1(a) and (b) are satisfied; b) The replacement dwellings are 'small' and designed with appropriate layouts and internal arrangements; and c) There is sufficient scope within the existing dwelling and its curtilage to provide satisfactory private amenity space, landscaping, boundary treatments, external storage and vehicular parking for each dwelling. 3. Where permission is granted future extensions may be controlled by the removal of permitted development rights.

Extensions to Existing Dwellings and Provision of Annexes and Outbuildings

1. Development proposals for extensions to existing dwellings, and the provision of annexes and outbuildings will be permitted where: a) The proposal does not increase the floorspace of the existing dwelling by more than approximately 30% unless there are exceptional circumstances; b) The proposal respects the established character of the local area; and c) The proposal is not overbearing or of a form which would be detrimental to the amenity of nearby residents by virtue of loss of light and/or privacy. 2. Proposals for annexes should demonstrate the functional and physical dependency on the host dwelling. 3. Proposals for outbuildings should demonstrate that they are required for purposes incidental to the use of the host dwelling. 4. Where permission is granted future extensions may be controlled by the removal of permitted development rights.

New Agricultural and Forestry Workers' Dwellings

1. Development proposals for agricultural and forestry workers' dwellings will be permitted where it has been demonstrated that the nature and demand of the work concerned make it essential for one or more people engaged in agricultural and forestry enterprises to live at, or very close to, the site of their work. 2. Applications for new agricultural and forestry workers' dwellings will need to demonstrate that: a) The agricultural or forestry enterprise is established, extensive, viable and contributes to the special qualities of the National Park; b) There is an essential functional need for the agricultural and forestry dwelling that could not be fulfilled either by another residential dwelling on the enterprise or existing residential accommodation in the local area which is suitable and available for occupation by the workers concerned; c) No other residential dwellings either on or closely connected to the enterprise have been sold off separately or alienated from it in the past five years unless the reason for separation is justified through robust evidence; d) Full consideration has first been given to the conversion of an existing building within the enterprise; and e) The proposed agricultural or forestry dwelling should be well-related in terms of siting to existing buildings or dwellings within the enterprise, result in and remain as a total habitable floor space not exceeding 120m² (gross internal area) and be sensitively designed. 3. Applications for the removal of occupancy conditions will not be permitted unless it can be demonstrated through robust evidence that there is no longer a current or possible renewed need for the dwelling for the authorised use for the foreseeable future, and will only be made available on the open market when it has been robustly demonstrated that its use as an affordable dwelling would be unviable or unsuitable or unnecessary. 4. Temporary dwellings for agricultural and forestry workers will be permitted where they are essential to support the agricultural or forestry enterprise, whether new or established, provided that it is demonstrated that: a) There is a firm intention and ability to develop the enterprise; b) There is a clear functional need to support the enterprise; c) The enterprise has been planned on a sound financial basis; d) The location would be suitable for a permanent agricultural or forestry workers' dwelling; and e) It is easily dismantled and/or taken away. 5. Where permission is granted for new dwellings under this policy, future extensions may be controlled by the removal of permitted development rights.

Gypsies, Travellers and Travelling Showpeople

1. Lawful permanent sites for Gypsies, Travellers and Travelling Showpeople will be safeguarded from alternative development, unless acceptable replacement accommodation can be provided or the site is no longer required to meet any identified need. 2. The National Park Authority will seek to meet the need of Gypsies, Travellers and Travelling Showpeople, by the allocation of permanent pitches and the granting of planning permission on currently unidentified sites for approximately: a) 13 pitches in that part of the National Park located in Brighton & Hove; b) 6 pitches in that part of the National Park located in Lewes District; c) 6 pitches in that part of the National Park located in East Hampshire District. 3. Development proposals to meet the needs of the Gyspy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople community (as defined in Planning Policy for Traveller Sites (2015) or any subsequent policy) on unidentified sites will be permitted where they: a) Meet a need as identified in Figure 7.4 below; b) Do not result in sites being over-concentrated in any one location or disproportionate in size to nearby communities; c) Are capable of being provided with infrastructure such as power, water supply, foul water drainage and recycling/waste management without harm to the special qualities of the National Park; d) Provide sufficient amenity space for residents; e) Do not cause, and are not subject to, unacceptable harm to the amenities of neighbouring uses and occupiers; f) Have a safe vehicular and pedestrian access from the public highway and adequate provision for parking, turning and safe manoeuvring of vehicles within the site; and g) Restrict any permanent built structures in rural locations to essential facilities. 4. Proposals for sites accommodating Travelling Showpeople should allow for a mixed use yard with areas for the storage and maintenance of equipment.

Conversion of Redundant Agricultural or Forestry Buildings

1. The conversion of redundant agricultural or forestry buildings outside of defined settlement boundaries to an alternative use will be permitted where: a) The location is sufficiently well related to existing infrastructure, amenities and services; b) The existing vehicular access is suitable in landscape terms for the use proposed; c) The original building is worthy of conversion with regard to its current character, scale and condition, without the need for substantial reconstruction, significant extensions or ancillary buildings; d) Conversion will not result in the need for another agricultural or forestry building on the holding; e) If the building proposed for conversion is not a traditional one, there are no redundant traditional buildings within the holding capable of being re-used in the first instance; f) There is no adverse impact on the character of the building and its setting, in particular its agricultural/forestry character, and g) The building is converted to the most appropriate viable use according to the following cascade: i. Firstly, housing for essential agricultural or forestry workers, or succession housing for former agricultural or forestry workers ii. Farm/forestry diversification for employment use iii. Affordable housing iv. Farm/forestry diversification for visitor accommodation or facilities v. Open market housing 2. The conversion of redundant agricultural or forestry buildings outside of defined settlement boundaries identified as heritage assets will be permitted where: a) Part 1 of this policy is complied with; b) The optimal viable use is proposed to conserve and enhance the architectural and historic significance and setting of the heritage asset; c) Essential utilities and other functional requirements do not harm significant internal or external fabric; and d) Existing historic fabric and features of architectural or historic significance are retained and respected.

North Street Quarter and Adjacent Eastgate Area, Lewes

1. Proposals for the sustainable mixed-use development of approximately 9 hectares of land at North Street and the neighbouring part of Eastgate, as shown on the Policies Map, will be permitted provided they comply with the criteria below. 2. The development will create a new neighbourhood for the town of Lewes. Therefore, any proposals should be based on the following uses and broad quantum of development: a) Approximately 415 residential units, predominantly focused towards the northern part of the site; b) At least 5,000 square metres of B1a office and/or B1c light industrial floorspace, subject to market needs and general viability; c) The redevelopment or relocation of the existing A1 food supermarket; d) Other uses that are deemed to aid in the successful delivery of a new neighbourhood, whilst not undermining the wider function of Lewes town centre (this could include A1 Shops, A2 Financial and Professional Services, A3 Restaurants and Cafes, A4 Drinking Establishments, A5 Hot Food Takeaways, C1 hotel, D2 Assembly and Leisure uses and community floorspace); e) C2 nursing/care home (self-contained units will be counted as residential within the above figure); f) D1 non-residential institutions such as medical and health services, crèches, exhibition and training space; and g) New floorspace for other cultural, artistic and artisan uses not covered by the uses stated above. 3. In addition, any proposal will need to demonstrate: a) Appropriate flood mitigation measures are incorporated as set out in the Level 1 Update and Level 2 SFRA final report 2017. b) It facilitates improved linkages across Phoenix Causeway and Eastgate Street and a better balance between the use of the private car and other modes of transport, in order to enable the safe flow of pedestrians and the improved integration of the area to the north of Phoenix Causeway with the wider town centre; c) It delivers enhancements to vehicular access and off-site highway improvements, arising from and related to the development and its phasing; d) It respects and enhances the character of the town and achieves a high standard of design, recognising the high quality built environment, on and within the vicinity of the site, and the site's setting within the National Park and adjacent to a Conservation Area; e) It is subject to an analysis and appropriate recognition of the site's (or phase of the site) cultural heritage and a programme of archaeological work, including, where applicable, desk-based assessment, geophysical survey, geo-archaeological survey and trial trenching to inform design and appropriate mitigation; f) It conserves and enhances biodiversity and the GI network in and around the area; g) It incorporates a riverside shared foot/cycle route along the western bank of the River Ouse to extend the town's riverside focus and contribute to its character and quality, and provides additional pedestrian and cycling routes to link the site (or phase of the site) to the rest of the town, improves permeability within the site (or phase of the site) and provides views out of the site (or phase of the site); h) It provides an appropriate level of public car parking provision; i) Any retail uses are incorporated into the designated town centre boundary as far as possible and the amount of retail provision is informed by a Retail Impact Assessment, if necessary; j) Alternative uses on the bus station site are subject to the facility being replaced by an operationally satisfactory and accessible site elsewhere; k) It makes contributions towards off-site infrastructure improvements arising from, and related to, the development; l) It provides a connection to the sewerage and water supply systems at the nearest point of adequate capacity, as

Former Allotments, Alfriston

1. Land at the Former Allotments, Alfriston is allocated for the development of 5 to 10 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) To conserve and enhance the form and fabric of the Alfriston Conservation Area and preserve the setting of local heritage assets; b) Provide a suitably landscaped transition to the river valley; c) All housing to be located in Flood Zone 1; d) Safe vehicular and pedestrian access and egress should be provided during flooding; e) Floor levels of habitable areas, where appropriate and proven necessary, to be designed to take into account flood risk and climate change; f) A suitable internal road layout which provides for larger vehicles including refuse vehicles; g) A publicly accessible route should be provided through the site from North Street to the PRoW to the east of the site; h) To enhance biodiversity and provide for protected species; i) Protect and enhance trees within the site worthy of retention; j) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in local roads; and k) Flood compensation storage should be provided for any ground raising or built development on Flood Zone 3 (including allowance for future climate change). 2. Proposals which include security gates or other barriers which preclude the residential areas of the development from becoming fully accessible, inclusive and integrated to the local community will not be permitted. 3. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Where trees are lost, provide higher quality new tree planting on site; b) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and c) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off.

Kings Ride, Alfriston

1. Land at Kings Ride, Alfriston is allocated for the development of 6 to 8 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) A suitable transition in built form and fabric from the low density residential development to the east and north and the open countryside to the south and west; b) Private amenity space and vehicular parking to be suitably sited and landscaped; c) Boundary treatments appropriate for a site adjacent to open countryside; d) The existing vehicular access should be retained; e) The site layout must not include opportunities to provide future vehicular access into adjacent fields; f) Sufficient easement to the adjacent gas pipeline; and g) No significant harm to the amenity of the South Downs Way. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site; b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site; and c) New planting that should be suitable for pollinating species.

Land at Clements Close, Binsted

1. Land at Clements Close, Binsted is allocated for the development of 10 to 12 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Appropriate mitigation of the impact of the development on the Wealden Heath SPA which should be informed by a Project-level HRA; b) The existing vehicular access should be retained and the existing on-site cables grounded or appropriately re-routed; c) Improvements to biodiversity in line with local strategies; d) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in local roads; and e) Provides a pedestrian link to adjoining Footpath 28. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site; b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site; and c) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

New Barn Stables, The Street, Binsted

1. Land at New Barn Stables, Binsted is allocated for the development of 1 additional permanent Gypsy and Traveller pitch. Planning permission will not be granted for any uses other than the Gypsy and Traveller pitches and those appropriate to the needs of equestrian uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) It must be laid out to ensure sufficient room is available to allow vehicles to turn around within the site; b) Surface water drainage must be controlled on site and foul drainage must be effectively treated before discharge; c) Existing mature trees and hedgerows bordering the site must be retained and reinforced; d) The development should be occupied only by those who fulfil the definition of a Gypsy or Traveller; e) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site; and f) New planting that should be suitable for pollinating species.

Land at Greenway Lane, Buriton

1. Land at Greenway Lane, Buriton is allocated for the development of 8 to 10 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) A suitable transition in built form and fabric from the residential development to the east and the open countryside to the west, taking account of the guidance set out in the Village Design Statement; b) Existing mature trees and hedgerows to be retained and enhanced; c) Boundary treatments appropriate for a site adjacent to open countryside; d) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in local roads; e) New vehicular access from Greenway Lane and new pedestrian access which links to the existing pedestrian route which links Greenway Lane to Glebe Road; and f) The site layout must not include opportunities to provide future vehicular access into adjacent fields.

Land South of the A272 at Hinton Marsh, Cheriton

1. Land South of the A272 at Hinton Marsh, Cheriton is allocated for the development of 12 to 15 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) To demonstrate that there would be no likely significant effect on the River Itchen SSSI & SAC through development of the site for residential use; b) Development should provide a suitable transition in built form and fabric from the existing residential areas to the north and west and the open countryside to the south and east; c) Development should include a suitable area of public open space within the site; d) A suitable vehicular and pedestrian access; e) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking; f) Off-site pedestrian access improvements; g) Existing mature trees and hedgerows to be retained; h) To provide suitable on-site foul water and surface water drainage; i) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to low lying areas prone to groundwater emergence; and j) To provide off-site suitable public access to the River Itchen in the area south of the A272 approximately 150 metres to the west of the allocation site. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees on the site boundary should be retained and new tree planting should be undertaken; b) Retain suitable existing habitat for pollinating species where possible. New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and c) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off.

Land South of London Road, Coldwaltham

1. Land South of London Road, Coldwaltham, is allocated for the development of 25 to 30 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Development for a Class A1 (Shop) unit with a net sales floorspace up to a maximum of 280m² with suitable vehicular parking for customers will also be permitted. The remainder of the allocation site should be retained as open space. Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. 2. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) To demonstrate that there would be no likely significant effect on the Waltham Brookes Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), the Amberley Wild Brooks SSSI, and no adverse effects on the integrity of The Mens Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and the Arun Valley SAC, SPA and Ramsar Site and that suitable mitigation, where deemed necessary, will be secured through planning obligations and/or planning conditions; b) Development must be informed by a comprehensive landscape and design strategy and through reinforcing local distinctiveness provide a suitable transition in form and fabric from the existing residential areas to the east and the open countryside to the north, west and south; c) Development must be demonstrably biodiversity-led and guided by the biodiversity value of the site. It will be necessary to design the development to maximise existing habitats and species and retain a large proportion of undeveloped land for the purpose of retaining and enhancing biodiversity; d) To provide the residual area of the allocation as open space with the primary purpose of retaining and enhancing the existing biodiversity value of the site and to provide an alternative to designated sites in the Arun Valley; e) To provide a new vehicular and pedestrian access from the A29 London Road and suitable pedestrian & cycle links to the rest of the settlement and adjacent open countryside; f) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in adjacent residential areas; g) To provide appropriate biodiversity improvements reflecting relevant national and local strategies including a meadow management plan; h) Existing mature trees and hedgerows to be retained and enhanced; i) To provide suitable flood risk mitigation; j) Demonstrate no significant harm to be caused to groundwater resources; k) Improvements to the public realm of the adjacent housing area including removing existing boundary treatments and replaced with suitable alternatives where appropriate; l) Demonstrate that the proposal would not have a significant harmful impact on the supply of local minerals; m) Foul drainage to connect to the mains system at the nearest point of capacity; n) Provide suitable SuDS to protect adjacent sites with nature conservation designations from adverse hydrological impacts and is designed to incorporate existing biodiversity; o) Provide adequate separation between Coldwaltham Wastewater Treatment Works and the development to allow odour dispersion on the basis of an odour assessment to be undertaken in consultation with Southern Water; and p) Provide future access to the existing sewerage infrastructure for maintenance and upsizing purposes. 3. The National Park Authority has prepared a Development Brief to assist the delivery of the site. Development proposals in broad conformity with the Development Brief will be permitted.

Land at Park Lane, Droxford

1. Land at Park Lane, Droxford is allocated for the development of approximately 26 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use) provided that this level of development is supported by a TA demonstrating that safe access can be achieved, and that the design is of a high quality which sympathetically conserves and enhances the setting of local heritage assets. Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses with the exception of a small area of community parking in that part of the site adjacent to Park Lane. 2. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) The conservation and enhancement of the setting of local heritage assets including the Droxford Conservation Area; b) A suitable transition in built form and fabric from the residential areas to the north and east and the open countryside to the south and west; c) Safe pedestrian and vehicular access and egress, which where this is dependent on off-site highways improvements will be secured through suitable planning obligations; d) Provision of all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in local roads; e) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to areas prone to surface water flooding and potential groundwater emergence; f) Demonstrate no significant harm to be caused to groundwater resources; g) No significant harm to the amenity of the adjacent Wayfarer's Way; and h) No significant harm to the amenity of users of the adjacent school. 3. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance hedgerows and trees within the site where possible, and where they are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new planting on site; b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site; and c) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Cowdray Works Yard, Easebourne

1. Land at the Cowdray Works Yard, Easebourne is allocated for mixed use development including 16 to 20 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use) and commercial buildings (Class A1, A3 and B1 Uses only) with a total net floorspace of up to 1,500m². Development for Class A1 (Shop) units and Class A3 (Food and Drink) with a net sales floorspace up to a maximum of 280m² for each will be permitted in principle. The design of the proposed form and fabric will be of a high quality, which sympathetically conserves and enhances the setting of local heritage assets. Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. 2. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) A publicly accessible pedestrian route from Easebourne Lane through to Cowdray Park; b) Provision of all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in Easebourne; c) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to areas of surface water flooding and potential groundwater emergence; and d) SuDS to mitigate risk of surface water flooding. 3. Proposals which include security gates or other barriers which preclude the residential areas of the development from becoming fully accessible, inclusive and integrated to the local community will not be permitted. 4. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Maximise available space for new tree planting particularly at the site boundaries; b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site; and c) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Land at Egmont Road, Easebourne

1. Land at Egmont Road, Easebourne is allocated for the development of 16 to 20 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Design and landscaping which conserves and enhances the setting of local heritage assets including the adjacent Easebourne Conservation Area and listed buildings and provides a permeable layout which integrates with existing neighbouring residential areas; b) Retention of the existing vehicular parking area adjacent to Egmont Road except where necessary to facilitate a new vehicular and pedestrian access; c) Provision of all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in Easebourne; and d) SuDS to mitigate risk of surface water flooding. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Trees on the site boundary should be retained where possible and new tree planting should be undertaken at the eastern boundary of the site. Replacement trees should be an improvement on those lost; b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site; c) Retain suitable existing habitat for pollinating species where possible. New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and d) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to areas of surface water flooding and potential groundwater emergence.

Former Easebourne School, Easebourne

1. Land at the former Easebourne School is allocated for the development of 16 to 20 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use) including the conversion of the listed portion of the existing school building. Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Development proposals should conserve and enhance the setting of local heritage assets including the Easebourne Conservation Area and listed buildings; b) The central portion of the site shall be retained as an appropriately scaled open visual gap across the site; c) Frontage development will be permitted either side of this open visual gap; d) Retention of the southernmost existing vehicular access; e) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to areas of surface water flooding and potential groundwater emergence; and f) The development should provide a new appropriately-designed through-footpath and cycle link for residents of the development between the site and Glaziers Lane. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site; and b) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Land at Elm Rise, Findon

1. Land at Elm Rise, Findon is allocated for the development of between 14 and 18 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) To enhance biodiversity, and in particular provide for local notable and protected species; b) Development should be focused on the western and southern parts of the site, and provide a suitably landscaped transition to more elevated areas; c) Demonstrate no significant harm to be caused to groundwater resources; d) Vehicular access should be provided via existing access from Elm Rise; and e) The development should provide public green space integrated with an attractive, publicly accessible through-footpath and cycle link between Elm Rise and the northern end of Stable Lane. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees on the site boundary should be retained and new tree planting should be undertaken; b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off; and c) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Soldiers Field House, Findon

1. Land at Soldiers Field, Findon is allocated for the development of 10 to 12 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) To positively enhance the contribution of the site to the downland landscape and the setting of the Wattle House, particularly as viewed from public rights of way to the east and south and from Nepcote Green; b) Demonstrate no significant harm to be caused to groundwater resources; c) To enhance biodiversity, and in particular provide for local notable and protected species; d) The existing beech hedge that follows the site boundary should be retained, until improved and mature native species planting provides an enhanced boundary treatment; and e) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to areas of surface water flooding and potential groundwater emergence. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees on the site boundary should be retained and new tree planting should be undertaken; b) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and c) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off.

Land at Petersfield Road, Greatham

1. Land at Petersfield Road, Greatham is allocated for the development of 35 to 40 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use) and associated open space. Development for a Class A1 (Shop) unit with a net sales floorspace up to a maximum of 280m² with suitable vehicular parking for customers will also be permitted. Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: 2. The site specific development requirements are: a) Development proposals should provide clear transition in form and layout with a reduced build intensity from Petersfield Road east towards the open countryside; b) Development proposals should conserve and enhance the setting of local heritage assets including the Greatham Conservation Area and Local Listed Buildings and use local building materials to reinforce local distinctiveness (which may include sandstones); c) Provide suitable mitigation towards the Wealden Heaths SPA, which should be informed by a Project-level HRA; d) Provide suitable mitigation measures to avoid increases in localised surface water flooding; e) Demonstrate no significant harm to be caused to groundwater resources; f) Retain the existing vehicular access and, where identified as necessary to provide safe access and egress, improvements to both the vehicular access and to off-site highways; g) Provide a publicly accessible off-road pedestrian route from Petersfield Road to the existing PRoW to the east of the allocation site; h) Provision of a significant area of public open space within the site which provides for a transition between the development and the countryside; and i) Retain and enhance existing mature trees and site boundaries and new site boundaries appropriate to the local landscape. 3. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees on the site boundary should be retained and new tree planting should be undertaken; and b) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Land at Fern Farm, Greatham

1. The southern part of the Land at Fern Farm, Greatham is allocated for the development of 4 (total) permanent Gypsy and Traveller pitches. Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Provide an attractive street frontage to Longmoor Road, reflecting the transition from village to woodland in this location; b) Provide improved sight lines at entrance to site; c) Provide suitable, permanent access to the Gypsy and Traveller pitches taking into account the need to manoeuvre larger vehicles. The Gypsy and Traveller site must be laid out to ensure sufficient room is available to allow vehicles to turn around within the site; d) Using the existing vegetation as a base, the boundaries should be reinforced to enclose the site; e) The site must contain significant planting in order to reduce the urbanising impact of the development and provide a transition to the woodland and ponds beyond; f) Surface water drainage must be controlled on site; g) No commercial activities should take place on the land, including the storage of materials, in order to protect the amenity of existing and new neighbours; and h) The Gypsy & Traveller development should be occupied only by those who fulfil the definition of a Gypsy or Traveller. 2. In order to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute goods and services, development proposals should address the following: a) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off.

Land at Itchen Abbas House, Itchen Abbas

1. Land at Itchen Abbas House, Itchen Abbas is allocated for the development of 8 to 10 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) To demonstrate that there would be no likely significant effect on the River Itchen SSSI and SAC; b) Development must provide a suitable transition in form and fabric towards the open countryside to the east, north and south; c) The site boundaries should be suitably landscaped; d) The development should provide a suitable new vehicular access if the current vehicular access is not suitable or available; e) Enhance the amenity, character and functionality of the adjacent PRoW f) To contribute towards the aims of the Itchen Valley BOA; and g) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in adjacent roads. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees on the site boundary should be retained and new tree planting should be undertaken; b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site; and c) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Land at Castelmer Fruit Farm, Kingston Near Lewes

1. Land at Castelmer Fruit Farm, Kingston Near Lewes is allocated for the development of up to 12 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) To enhance biodiversity and provide for protected species; b) Protect and enhance trees within the site worthy of retention; c) Provide a suitably landscaped transition at the site boundaries; d) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to areas of surface water flooding and potential groundwater emergence; e) Safe vehicular and pedestrian access and egress should be provided and an internal road layout which provides for larger vehicles including refuse vehicles; f) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in local roads; and g) The site layout must not include opportunities to provide future vehicular access into either adjacent fields or the remainder of the Castelmer Fruit Farm site (other than a narrow single track for the purpose of maintaining the land).

The Pump House, Kingston Near Lewes

1. The Pump House, Kingston is allocated for the development of 1 (total) permanent Gypsy and Traveller pitch. Planning permission will not be granted for any uses other than a Gypsy and Traveller pitch and equestrian uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) It must be laid out to ensure sufficient room is available to allow vehicles to turn around within the site; b) Surface water drainage must be controlled on site and foul drainage must be effectively treated before discharge; c) Bunding must be retained; d) Existing mature trees and hedgerows bordering the site must be retained and reinforced; and e) The development should be occupied only by those who fulfil the definition of a Gypsy or Traveller.

Land at Old Malling Farm, Lewes

1. Land at Old Malling Farm is allocated for the development of between 220 and 240 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Development should be informed by a comprehensive and integrated Design Brief to be undertaken either by the National Park Authority (NPA) or by the applicant and then subject to the NPA's approval. 2. The Design Brief should be landscape and ecosystem services led and include a GI Strategy and a Site Masterplan, both of which should be informed by suitable evidence on vehicular and non-vehicular access, arboriculture, drainage and flood risk, ecology, heritage, hydrology, lighting and views. 3. The GI Strategy should provide a suitable strategic scale multifunctional network linking together the site, Lewes and the surrounding open countryside taking into account the range of significant constraints and impacts on the South Downs National Park. 4. The Masterplan should fully set out the GI Strategy, provide a suitable hierarchy of vehicular and pedestrian routes and an appropriate transition across the site in built form, fabric and density. 5. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) The primary vehicular access point is to be off Monks Way at a point opposite Mantell Close; b) The existing former railway bridge forms a secondary access point for emergency use and an access for pedestrians and cyclists and to the existing farm buildings; c) Suitably designed access for pedestrians and cyclists should be provided from the site to the disused railway line adjacent to the site; d) Development on the site is contingent on appropriate off-site highway improvement works, to be provided in agreement with the Local Highway Authority, at the Earwig corner junction of the A26 with the B2192, the junction of Church Lane/Malling Hill and at the Brooks Road/Phoenix Causeway roundabout and suitable traffic calming in local roads; e) Development should provide sufficient clearance for growing space of existing and proposed trees within the site and on all site boundaries; f) All housing development should be located within Flood Zone 1 only; g) Flood compensation storage should be provided for any ground raising or built development in Flood Zone 3 (including allowance for future climate change); h) No development other than Essential Infrastructure or Water Compatible development in Flood Zone 3b; i) Floor levels of habitable areas, where appropriate and proven to be necessary, to be designed to take into account flood risk and climate change; j) Safe vehicular and pedestrian emergency access and egress to be provided taking into account flood risk; k) An appropriate surface water and foul water drainage strategy is agreed with relevant authorities and service providers; l) Development shall incorporate views within, to and from the site to surrounding landmarks and features including from the elevated chalk hills to the east and west, from Hamsey to the north, and from Lewes itself; m) Impacts on tranquility, dark night skies and biodiversity should be minimised through appropriate mitigation and good design; and n) Suitable on-site equipped play space. 6. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Provision of suitable pedestrian and cycle links to the adjacent countryside and to the existing rights of way network; b) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees on the site boundary should be retained and new tree planting should be undertaken particularly at the western and eastern fringes of the site; c) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and d) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off.

West Sussex County Council Depot and Former Brickworks Site, Midhurst

1. The West Sussex County Council Depot and former Brickworks site is allocated for a residential-led development (Class C3 Use). A masterplan for the whole site should be submitted as part of any outline or full planning application. Development for between approximately 65 to 90 dwellings will be permitted. Development for other complementary uses will be permitted where such uses are justified through the whole-site masterplan, and are shown to meet a local need. Planning permission will not be granted for any proposals which prejudice the whole of the site being bought forward for development. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Deliver an ecosystem services-led solution to mitigate the sensitive interface with Midhurst Common, provide positive enhancements to wildlife habitats within and surrounding the site, and contribute to the aims of the Stedham, Iping, Woolbeding Cresence BOA; b) To demonstrate that there would be no likely significant effect on the Singleton & Cocking Tunnels SAC; c) Provide wildlife corridors within the site as part of a site-specific Wildlife Management and Enhancement Plan; d) Provide high-quality pedestrian links through the site linking into Midhurst Common and hence the long distance Serpent Trail, and ensure a route is safeguarded for a potential future non-motorised travel route along the approximate line of the former Petersfield to Pulborough railway line; e) Retain, or relocate to an appropriate location to be approved by the Authority, the Household Recycling Facility ensuring an equivalent standard and capacity of provision; f) Safeguard a suitable vehicular access route through the Depot site to allow for vehicular access to the former Brickworks site direct from Bepton Road; g) Provide a pedestrian/cycle/emergency vehicle access to the former Brickworks site from Station Road; h) Provide suitable on-site surface water drainage; and i) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to localised areas of potential surface water flood risk. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute ecosystem services, development proposals should address the following: a) Provision of suitable pedestrian and cycle links to the adjacent countryside and to the existing rights of way network; b) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees on the site boundary should be retained and new tree planting should be undertaken; c) Retain suitable existing habitat for pollinating species where possible. New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and d) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off. 3. The National Park Authority has prepared a Development Brief to assist the delivery of the site. Development proposals in broad conformity with the Development Brief will be permitted.

Holmbush Caravan Park, Midhurst

1. Holmbush Caravan Park, Midhurst is allocated for the development of 50 to 70 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) To provide positive enhancements to the treescape, waterbodies, wildlife corridors and habitats within the site; b) To demonstrate that there would be no likely significant effect on the Singleton & Cocking Tunnels SAC; c) All housing development should be located within Flood Zone 1; d) Floor levels of habitable areas, where appropriate and proven to be necessary, to be designed to take into account flood risk and climate change; e) Safe vehicular and pedestrian emergency access and egress should be provided during flooding; f) Incorporation of suitable site boundary treatments; g) Provision of pedestrian routes through the site linking into adjacent open spaces; and h) Retention and improvement of, where necessary, the existing vehicular access. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible. Trees on the site boundary should be retained and new tree planting should be undertaken; b) Retain suitable existing habitat for pollinating species where possible. New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and c) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off. 3. The National Park Authority has prepared a Development Brief to assist the delivery of the site. Development proposals in broad conformity with the Development Brief will be permitted.

Land at the Fairway, Midhurst

1. Land at the Fairway, Midhurst is allocated for the development of 8 to 10 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) The existing hornbeam tree will be retained, and an appropriate protective buffer applied; b) The development will enhance the setting of the old railway tunnel entrance, and ensure that there are public views to it; c) Development must provide car parking to appropriately replace existing provision, and additionally provide parking for the new development; and d) To demonstrate that there would be no likely significant effect on the Singleton & Cocking Tunnels SAC.

Land at Lamberts Lane, Midhurst

1. Land at Lamberts Lane, Midhurst is allocated for the development of approximately 20 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Planning permission will not be granted for development which precludes vehicular and pedestrian access to adjacent allocation sites. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Development must conserve and enhance the setting of the Midhurst Conservation Area and preserve the setting of Lassiters Cottage; b) Vehicular and pedestrian access should be provided through the site to allow common access from Lamberts Lane to the adjacent site Land at Park Crescent (Policy SD82); c) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to localised areas of potential surface water flood risk; and d) To demonstrate that there would be no likely significant effect on the Singleton & Cocking Tunnels SAC. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees should be retained and additional planting should be undertaken at the site boundaries; and b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off.

Land at Park Crescent, Midhurst

1. Land at Park Crescent, Midhurst is allocated for the development of between 8 and 12 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Vehicular and pedestrian access should be provided to the site through the adjacent allocation site Land at Lamberts Lane (Policy SD81); b) All necessary vehicular parking should be provided on-site to avoid additional on street parking in local roads; c) Protection and enhancement of existing mature trees within the site; d) To demonstrate that there would be no likely significant effect on the Singleton & Cocking Tunnels SAC; and e) Provision of a site specific SFRA that considers the flood risk to access and egress. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Additional planting should be undertaken at site boundaries; and b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site.

Offham Barns, Offham

1. Land at Offham Barns, Offham is allocated for the development of four permanent Gypsy and Traveller pitches. Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Laid out to ensure sufficient room is available to allow vehicles to turn around within the site; b) Surface water drainage must be controlled on site and foul drainage must be effectively treated before discharge; c) The location of pitches and new access roads to have regard to areas of surface water flooding and potential groundwater emergence; d) Designed to avoid an increase in the feeling of urbanisation in this location, including keeping any associated buildings to a minimum in both number and scale; e) Contain significant planting in order to break up the hardstanding that will be required and reduce the urbanising impact of an increase in the site size; f) Existing hedgerows bordering the site must be retained and reinforced; and g) The development should be occupied only by those who fulfil the definition of a Gypsy or Traveller.

Land at Ketchers Field, Selborne

1. Land at Ketchers Field, Selborne is allocated for the development of 5 to 6 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) A suitable transition in built form and fabric from the housing to the west to the open countryside to the east; b) Site boundaries sympathetic to the local landscape; c) Vehicular access compatible with non-vehicular users of, and not harmful to the amenity of, the existing PRoW; d) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in local roads; e) The internal site layout should provide suitable turning provision for a long wheel based vehicle; f) Appropriate mitigation for the impact of development on the Wealden Heath SPA which should be informed by a Project-level HRA; g) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to localised areas of potential surface water flooding and groundwater emergence; and h) Retention and protection of existing mature trees along the PRoW/likely existing access. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Provision of suitable pedestrian and cycle links to the existing rights of way network and permissive paths; b) Protect and enhance trees located at and close to the site boundaries where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees should be retained and additional planting should be undertaken at the north east and south site boundaries; c) Retain suitable existing habitat for pollinating species where possible. New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and d) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off.

Land at Pulens Lane, Sheet

1. Land at Pulens Lane, Sheet is allocated for the development of 15 to 18 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use) and publicly accessible open space. Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. 2. Detailed proposals that are in broad conformity with the Development Brief and that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) A publicly accessible cycle and pedestrian route should be provided through the entirety of the site from Pulens Lane to the eastern boundary; b) An area of publicly accessible open space should be provided adjacent to the River Rother; c) Enhance biodiversity and provide for protected species; d) Protect and enhance trees within the site worthy of retention; e) Provide a suitably landscaped transition at the site boundaries; f) All residential development to be located in Flood Zone 1; g) Floor levels of habitable areas, where appropriate and proven necessary, to be designed to take into account flood risk and climate change; h) Incorporation of a buffer strip between the development and Flood Zone 3b, the extent of which should be investigated as part of the master planning process; i) Safe vehicular and pedestrian access and egress should be provided (including during flooding); j) The internal road layout to provide for larger vehicles including refuse vehicles; k) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in local roads; l) Demonstrate that the proposal would not have a significant harmful impact on the supply of local minerals; and m) The site layout must not include opportunities to provide future vehicular access into adjacent fields. 3. The National Park Authority has prepared a Development Brief to assist the delivery of the site. Development proposals in broad conformity with the Development Brief will be permitted.

Land at Loppers Ash, South Harting

1. Land at Loppers Ash, South Harting is allocated for the development of 6 to 8 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) A single vehicular access to the allocation site from New Lane; b) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in adjacent roads; c) The site layout must not include opportunities for future vehicular access into adjacent fields; and d) Development to retain glimpsed landscape views from New Lane. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site; and b) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Land North of the Forge, South Harting

1. Land North of the Forge, South Harting is allocated for the development of 5 to 6 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Development must preserve and enhance the setting of South Harting Conservation Area, with special regard to views from the west; b) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to localised areas of potential surface water flooding; and c) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in local roads. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and b) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Stedham Sawmill, Stedham

1. Land at Stedham Sawmill, Stedham is allocated for mixed-use development of up to 16 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use), approximately 1500m2 employment uses (Class B1b & c Business Use) and approximately 0.35ha of land for biodiversity protection and enhancements. Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. 2. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) It is demonstrated that there would be no significant adverse impact on the Stedham Common or Iping Common SSSI through development of the site; b) There is no harm to the amenity of the PRoW on the eastern and western boundaries; c) To provide a publicly accessible and attractive cycle and pedestrian route from the site to School Lane to the north, and a direct pedestrian access to common land to the immediate west of the site (north of the A272); d) Land to the south remains undeveloped and biodiversity enhancements are provided in order to provide a demonstrable gain in biodiversity and a transition from urban to rural development; e) The design of the housing and employment uses complement each other allowing them to be successfully integrated; f) The scheme is designed to look to the village to the north and opportunities to integrate with the existing community are maximised; g) The existing vehicular access to the south is improved for use by occupants of all buildings, in a way that conserves and enhances the rural look and feel of this part of the A272; h) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking; and i) Ensure run-off and drainage is managed to safeguard against any adverse impact on heathland to the south. 3. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Maximise available space for tree planting or heathland habitat creation. Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees on the site boundary should be retained and new tree planting should be undertaken; b) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site; and c) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Land South of Church Road, Steep

1. Land South of Church Road, Steep is allocated for the development of between 8 and 12 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Site boundaries sympathetic to the local landscape; b) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in local roads; c) The site layout must not include opportunities for future vehicular access into adjacent fields; d) Retention and protection of existing mature trees; e) The location of housing and access roads to have regard to localised areas of potential surface water flood risk; and f) A proportion of the site should be provided as public open space directly accessible from the village hall and car park. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site; and b) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Land at Ramsdean Road, Stroud

1. Land at Ramsdean Road, Stroud is allocated for the development of 26 to 30 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use) and a community building (Class D1 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Development must provide a suitable transition in form and fabric from the existing residential areas to the west and the open countryside to the east; b) To provide suitable pedestrian and cycle links to the adjacent open countryside; c) To provide a new vehicular and pedestrian access from Ramsdean Road; d) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking; e) The site layout must not include opportunities for future vehicular access into adjacent fields; f) To provide biodiversity enhancements; g) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to areas at risk of flooding from the watercourse forming the northern boundary of the site; h) Floor levels of habitable areas, where appropriate and proven to be necessary, to take into account flood risk and future climate change; and i) Safe means of emergency access and egress during flooding to be demonstrated for all developed areas of the site. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Provision of suitable pedestrian and cycle links to the adjacent countryside and to the existing rights of way network; b) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees should be retained and additional planting should be undertaken at the site boundaries; c) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and d) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off.

Land South of Heather Close, West Ashling

1. Land South of Heather Close, West Ashling is allocated for the development of between 15 and 17 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Provide suitable mitigation towards the Solent SPA; b) Development must provide a suitable transition in form and fabric from the housing east and north and the open countryside to the south and west; c) The site boundaries should be suitably landscaped and the mature trees and hedgerows on the western boundary protected; d) The existing vehicular access should be made from Portal Close; e) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in adjacent roads; f) The site layout must not include opportunities for future vehicular access into adjacent fields; g) Demonstrate that the proposal would not have a significant harmful impact on the supply of local minerals; and h) Provide a connection at the nearest point of adequate capacity in the sewerage network, in collaboration with the service provider. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees should be retained and additional planting should be undertaken at the site boundaries; b) New planting should be suitable for pollinating species; and c) Minimise hard surfaced areas on site, and use permeable surfaces and soft landscaping where possible to maximise infiltration of water and reduce surface water run-off.

Land at Long Priors, West Meon

1. Land at Long Priors, West Meon is allocated for the development of between 10 and 12 residential dwellings (Class C3 Use). Planning permission will not be granted for any other uses. Detailed proposals that meet the following site specific development requirements will be permitted: a) Development must provide a suitable transition in form and fabric from the housing to the south and west to the open countryside to the north; b) The site boundaries should be compatible with the open character of the adjacent countryside; c) A publicly accessible footpath to be secured through a suitable planning obligation should be provided from the PRoW to the west into the site through to the recreation ground to the east; d) The development should be supported by a suitable vehicular access which safeguards existing mature trees, including their Root Protection Zones; e) To provide all necessary vehicular parking on-site to avoid additional on street parking in adjacent roads; f) Existing vehicular parking spaces in Long Priors lost to facilitate a new vehicular access must be re-provided within the development site in addition to those serving the proposed new dwellings; g) The location of new housing and access roads to have regard to areas of surface water flooding and potential groundwater emergence; and h) Demonstrate no significant harm to be caused to groundwater resources. 2. In order for the development to have an overall positive impact on the ability of the natural environment to contribute to ecosystem services, development proposals must address the following: a) Provision of suitable pedestrian and cycle links to the adjacent countryside and to the existing rights of way network; b) Protect and enhance trees within the site where possible, and where trees are lost, provide at least the equivalent in new tree planting on site. Trees should be retained and additional planting should be undertaken at the site boundaries; c) Minimise hard surfaced areas; and d) Retain suitable existing habitat for pollinating species where possible. New planting should be suitable for pollinating species.

Mix of Homes

1. Planning permission will be granted for residential development that delivers a balanced mix of housing to meet projected future household needs for the local area. Proposals should provide numbers of dwellings of sizes to accord with the relevant broad mix. a) Proposals for affordable housing delivered as part of a market housing scheme should provide the following approximate mix of units: 1 bedroom dwellings: 35%* 2 bedroom dwellings: 35% 3 bedroom dwellings: 25% 4 bedroom dwellings: 5% b) Proposals for market housing should provide the following mix of units: 1 bedroom dwellings: at least 10% 2 bedroom dwellings: at least 40% 3 bedroom dwellings: at least 40% 4+ bedroom dwellings: up to 10% 2. Planning permission will be granted for an alternative mix provided that: a) Robust evidence of local housing need demonstrates that a different mix of dwellings is required to meet local needs; or b) It is shown that site-specific considerations necessitate a different mix to ensure National Park Purpose 1 is met. 3. Development proposals will be permitted for residential development that provides flexible and adaptable accommodation to meet the needs of people who are less mobile, or have adult homecare requirements. Development proposals of 5 or more homes will be permitted where it is clearly demonstrated that evidence of local need for older people's or specialist housing is reflected in the types of homes proposed. *1 bedroom affordable dwellings may be substituted with 2 bedroom affordable dwellings

Affordable Homes

1. Development proposals for new residential development will be permitted that maximise the delivery of affordable housing to meet local need, and provided that, as a minimum, the following are met: a) On sites with gross capacity to provide 11 or more homes, a minimum of 50% of new homes created will be provided as affordable homes on-site, of which a minimum 75% will provide a rented affordable tenure. b) On sites with gross capacity to provide between 3 and 10 homes, a proportion of affordable homes will be provided in accordance with the following sliding scale, applied to new homes created: 3 homes Meaningful financial contribution, to be negotiated case-by-case 4 – 5 homes 1 affordable home 6 – 7 homes 2 affordable homes, at least 1 of which is a rented affordable tenure 8 homes 3 affordable homes, at least 1 of which is a rented affordable tenure 9 homes 3 affordable homes, at least 2 of which is a rented affordable tenure 10 homes 4 affordable homes, at least 2 of which is a rented affordable tenure Development proposals of 4 to 10 net dwellings will provide affordable housing on-site. Exceptionally, at the discretion of the Authority, financial contributions in lieu will be accepted. 2. Where, exceptionally, provision of affordable housing which complies with Part 1 of this policy is robustly shown to be financially unviable, priority will be given to achieving the target number of on-site affordable homes over other requirements set out in this policy. 3. Development proposals will be permitted provided that affordable housing units are integrated throughout the development, are indistinguishable in design and materials from the market housing on the site, and, where feasible, will remain affordable in perpetuity. 4. Occupancy conditions and local connection criter

Telecommunications and Utilities Infrastructure

1. Development proposals for new telecommunications and/or utilities infrastructure will be permitted where: a) The identified need cannot be met using existing infrastructure or other appropriate structures; b) They are of an appropriate design that would not have an adverse impact on the special qualities; c) They make use of all available technologies and suitable mitigation designed to minimise the impact on the landscape and general amenity; d) They minimise other relevant environmental impacts; and e) They remove, reduce in prominence, or move underground related existing infrastructure, where feasible. 2. All new residential dwellings should be served by a superfast broadband connection, or an equivalent alternative technology, installed on an open access basis. All other non-residential buildings proposed to be regularly occupied must also be provided with this standard of connection when available, unless it can be demonstrated through consultation with relevant service providers that this would not be deliverable.

Infrastructure

1. Development proposals for new, improved or supporting infrastructure will only be permitted where: a) It represents the least environmentally harmful option reasonably available, also having regard to the operational requirements and technical limitations of the proposed infrastructure; and b) The design minimises the impact on the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the National Park and the general amenity of local communities. 2. Development proposals will only be permitted where appropriate, necessary and reasonable infrastructure investment has been secured either in the form of suitable on-site or off-site works, and/or financial contributions to mitigate its impact. 3. Infrastructure delivery should be integrated with development phasing to ensure timely provision. Financial contributions towards future infrastructure maintenance will, where necessary, be secured by means of a legal agreement.

Sustainable Development

1. When considering development proposals that accord with relevant policies in this Local Plan and with National Park purposes, the Authority will take a positive approach that reflects the presumption in favour of sustainable development. It will work with applicants to find solutions to ensure that those development proposals can be approved without delay, unless material planning considerations indicate otherwise. 2. The National Park purposes are i) to conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the area; and ii) to promote opportunities for the understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities of the National Park by the public. Where it appears that there is a conflict between the National Park purposes, greater weight will be attached to the first of those purposes. In pursuit of the purposes, the National Park Authority will pay due regard to its duty to seek to foster the economic and social well-being of the local communities within the National Park. 3. When determining any planning application, the Authority will consider the cumulative impacts of development. 4. Planning permission will be refused where development proposals fail to conserve the landscape, natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the National Park unless, exceptionally: a) The benefits of the proposals demonstrably outweigh the great weight to be attached to those interests; and b) There is substantial compliance with other relevant policies in the development plan.

Major Development

Avoid major development, other than in exceptional circumstances

Development Strategy

1. The principle of development within the following settlements, as defined on the Policies Map*, will be supported, provided that development: a) Is of a scale and nature appropriate to the character and function of the settlement in its landscape context; b) Makes best use of suitable and available previously developed land in the settlement; and c) Makes efficient and appropriate use of land. Western Downs • Chawton • Cheriton/Hinton Marsh • Itchen Abbas • Farringdon (Lower and Upper) • Stroud Western Weald • Binsted • Easebourne • Fernhurst • Fittleworth • Greatham • Liss (including Liss Forest and West Liss) • Lodsworth • Midhurst • Milland • Northchapel • Petersfield • Petworth • Rogate • Sheet • South Harting • Stedham Scarp Slope • Buriton • Bury • Cocking • Ditchling • East Meon • Graffham • Poynings • Selborne • Steep • Washington • West Meon Dip Slope • Compton • Corhampton and Meonstoke • Droxford • East Dean and Friston • Findon • Hambledon • Owslebury • Pyecombe • Singleton • Slindon • Twyford Coastal Plain • Funtington • Lavant (including Mid Lavant and East Lavant) • West Ashling River Arun Corridor • Amberley • Coldwaltham • Watersfield River Ouse Corridor • Kingston near Lewes • Rodmell • Lewes River Cuckmere Corridor • Alfriston 2. Exceptionally, development will be permitted outside of settlement boundaries, where it complies with relevant policies in this Local Plan, responds to the context of the relevant broad area or river corridor, and: a) It is allocated for development or safeguarded for the use proposed as part of the Development Plan; or b) There is an essential need for a countryside location; or c) In the case of community infrastructure, there is a proven need for the development that demonstrably cannot be met elsewhere; or d) It is an appropriate reuse of a previously developed site, excepting residential gardens, and conserves and enhances the special qualities of the National Park. 3. In considering development proposals outside settlement boundaries within rural estates and large farms, positive regard will be had to the following: a) The development proposals are part of a Whole Estate Plan that has been endorsed by the National Park Authority; and b) The development proposals deliver multiple benefits in line with the purposes and the special qualities of the National Park and in regard to ecosystem services.

Major Development

1. In determining what constitutes major development the National Park Authority will consider whether the development, including temporary events should they be deemed to constitute development, by reason of its scale, character or nature, has the potential to have a significant adverse impact on the natural beauty, wildlife or cultural heritage of, or recreational opportunities provided by, the National Park. The potential for significant adverse impact on the National Park will include the consideration of both the impact of cumulative development and the individual characteristics of each proposal and its context. 2. Planning permission will be refused for major developments in the National Park except in exceptional circumstances, and where it can be demonstrated they are in the public interest. Consideration of such applications should include an assessment of: a) The need for the development, including in terms of any national considerations, and the impact of permitting it, or refusing it, upon the local economy; b) The cost of, and scope for, developing elsewhere outside the designated area, or meeting the need for it in some other way; and c) Any detrimental effect on the environment, the landscape and recreational opportunities, and the extent to which that could be moderated. 3. If it is considered that exceptional circumstances exist and development would be in the public interest, all opportunities to conserve and enhance the special qualities should be sought. Development proposals should be sustainable as measured against the following factors: − Zero Carbon − Zero Waste − Sustainable Transport − Sustainable Materials − Sustainable Water − Land Use and Wildlife − Culture and Community − Health and Wellbeing

Shoreham Cement Works

1. Shoreham Cement Works, as identified on the Policies Map, is an area of significant opportunity for an exemplar sustainable mixed use development, which delivers a substantially enhanced landscape and uses that are compatible with the purposes of the National Park. To help achieve this the National Park Authority will prepare an AAP with the overall aims of: a) Enhancing the visual impact of the site from both the nearby and distant public viewpoints; b) Conserving, enhancing and providing opportunities for understanding the biodiversity, geodiversity, historic significance and cultural heritage of the site; c) Ensuring the delivery of ecosystems services; and d) Ensuring that the design of any development is of the highest quality and appropriate to its setting within a national park. 2. The National Park Authority would support development proposals for the following land uses where it is demonstrated they deliver the environmentally-led restoration of the site: a) Sustainable tourism/visitor based recreation activities and leisure development directly related to the understanding and enjoyment of the National Park; b) B2 and B8 business uses to support the local economy, with a focus on environmentally sustainable activities, supporting local communities and providing opportunities for entrepreneurship; and c) Further types of development, including new homes, including affordable homes and/or Class B1 office development, where necessary to enable redevelopment of the allocation site as whole. Such types of development should be subordinate to the overall mix of uses proposed. provided that the proposals can clearly demonstrate how they would deliver the key considerations set out in Part 1 of this policy; and d) Improve accessibility and help to create sustainable patterns of travel; e) Provide renewable energy generation to serve any development on the site; f) Provide realistic proposals for the relocation of existing employment and storage uses that are not appropriate to a National Park setting; and g) Ensure that any adverse impacts (either alone or in combination) are avoided, or, if unavoidable, minimised through mitigation with any residual impacts being compensated for. 3. The National Park Authority will resist more development than is necessary to secure and deliver the environmentally-led restoration of the site. 4. The National Park Authority wants to see a comprehensive redevelopment of the whole site consistent with the AAP. However, if any planning applications come forward separately and prior to the adoption of the AAP, then they would have to clearly demonstrate how the proposals would accord with the key considerations set out above.

Sustainable Tourism

1. Development proposals for visitor accommodation, visitor attractions and recreation facilities will be permitted where it is demonstrated that: a) The proposals will provide opportunities for visitors to increase their awareness, understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities; b) The design and location of the development minimises the need for travel by private car and encourages access and/or subsequent travel by sustainable means, including public transport, walking, cycling or horse riding; c) Development proposals will not detract from the experience of visitors or adversely affect the character, historical significance, appearance or amenity of the area; d) Development proposals make use of existing buildings, and, if no suitable existing buildings are available, the design of any new buildings are sensitive to the character and setting; e) Ancillary facilities are not disproportionately large in relation to the rest of the visitor facilities; f) Any proposal does not have an adverse impact on the vitality and viability of town or village centres or assets of community value; and g) Where proposals are located outside settlement policy boundaries as defined on the Policies Map, they: i. Positively contribute to the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the National Park; and ii. Are closely associated with other attractions/established tourism uses, including the public rights of way network; or iii. Are part of farm diversification schemes or endorsed Whole Estate Plans. 2. Development proposals that would result in the loss of visitor accommodation, visitor attractions and recreation facilities will not be permitted unless : a) Evidence is provided that the current use is financially unviable and a robust marketing campaign of at least 12 months has been carried out that clearly demonstrates there is no market demand for the existing use or an equivalent tourism use; or b) The current use or related development harms the special qualities. 3. The Authority will support a year-round visitor economy, while ensuring the facility remains for visitor use only. 4. Development proposals, on their own or cumulatively with other development uses, must not prejudice or disadvantage people's enjoyment of other existing and appropriate tourism and recreation activities. Development proposals that generate significant additional pressure upon the surrounding rights of way network will be required to mitigate these impacts.

Town and Village Centres

1. Development proposals for town centre development will be permitted where they promote or protect the following hierarchy of identified centres as defined on the Policies Map: a) Market Town Centres: Petersfield, Midhurst, Petworth and Lewes b) Larger Village Centre: Liss c) Smaller Village Centres: Alfriston, Ditchling, Fernhurst and Findon

Development in Town and Village Centres

1. Within the town and larger village centres as shown on the Policies Map, development proposals for main town centre uses, in particular those that promote or protect local markets and retailers linked to supply chains across the National Park will be permitted providing they do not harm the retail function of the centre, and are compatible with its scale and historic nature. 2. Within the defined primary shopping frontages as shown on the Policies Map, the loss of units in Use Class A will not be permitted. 3. Planning permission will be granted for retail uses and for non-retail main town centre uses within the secondary shopping frontage as shown on the Policies Map. 4. Development that supports the evening economy within the defined town and larger village centre, particularly for visitors/tourists, will be permitted provided the use would not result in adverse impacts on the amenity of residents and businesses. 5. Within the smaller village centres, development proposals for retail purposes will be permitted where they are compatible with its historic nature and of a scale appropriate to the community they sit within. Such development should be well related to any existing shops and services within the village unless it can be demonstrated that this is not feasible or practicable. 6. The loss of units in Use Class A that are fit for purpose will not be permitted within smaller village centres unless evidence of a marketing campaign of at least 24 months demonstrates that there is no market demand for the premises, and that its continued use for retail purposes is not viable. Details of marketing requirements are set out in Appendix 3.

Shops Outside Centres

1. Development proposals for small convenience stores will be permitted where they: a) Have a net sales area less than 150m2; and b) Are to meet the everyday shopping needs of the local community. 2. The loss of units in Use Class A that are fit for purpose will not be permitted unless evidence of a marketing campaign for at least 18 months demonstrates that there is no market demand for the premises, and that its continued use for retail purposes is not viable. Details of marketing requirements are set out in Appendix 3. 3. Development proposals for new farm shops or extensions to existing farm shops will be permitted provided that: a) The scale and scope would not harm the retail offer in the immediate area. Such shops should aim to sell: i. At least 40 per cent of goods that are own produce plus local foods; ii. 40 per cent of goods that are regional; and iii. 20 per cent are from elsewhere. b) The proposal has re-used or replaced existing buildings, unless it is demonstrated that this is not feasible. 4. Development proposals for new garden centres, or extensions to existing garden centres, will be permitted where: a) It is demonstrated that the primary use of the centre is, and will remain, the sale of plants and horticultural products; b) The scale of operations is appropriate to the location; c) It is demonstrated that the use proposed is directly related to the supply chain of local horticultural businesses; and d) The proposal has re-used or replaced existing buildings, unless it is demonstrated that this is not feasible, in which case it should be related physically and functionally to existing buildings associated with the business. 5. A retail impact assessment will be required for retail development outside of the defined Market Town and Larger Village Centre boundaries but within the settlement policy boundaries, where the proposal exceeds the following thresholds for retail floorspace: a) Market Town: 750 m2 b) Larger Village: 500 m2 6. A retail impact assessment will be required for retail development outside of Market Town and Larger Village settlement policy boundaries where the proposal exceeds 150m2. 7. All retail development outside centres should consider and take opportunities to increase people's awareness, understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities of the National Park.

Transport and Accessibility

1. Development proposals will be permitted provided that they are located and designed to minimise the need to travel and promote the use of sustainable modes of transport. 2. Development proposals that are likely to generate a significant number of journeys must be located near existing town and village centres, public transport routes, main roads and, where relevant, the cycle network. Such developments will be required to provide a transport assessment or transport statement. 3. Development proposals must demonstrate the continued safe and efficient operation of the strategic and local road networks. 4. The following improvements to transport infrastructure will be supported: a) Public transport waiting facilities, particularly those with reliable and accessible information; b) Infrastructure supporting the transfer of freight from road to rail and water; c) Improvements to walking, cycling and bus connectivity at all transport interchanges; and d) Improvements to the quality and provision of cycle parking at railway stations and key bus stops. 5. In town and village centres, development will be permitted which appropriately provides for improved footways and cycle routes, cycle parking, and measures to restrict the impact of heavy goods vehicles and other traffic on historic streets.

Walking, Cycling and Equestrian Routes

1. Development proposals will be permitted provided they contribute to a network of attractive and functional non-motorised travel routes, with appropriate signage, throughout the National Park. 2. The following disused railway line routes within the National Park, as shown on the Policies Map, are safeguarded for existing, and potential future use as non-motorised travel routes. Development proposals that facilitate such use will be permitted. Development proposals that adversely affect their future potential as non-motorised transport routes will be refused: a) Bordon to Bentley; b) Petersfield to Pulborough (via Midhurst); c) Chichester to Midhurst (Centurion Way); d) Wickham to Alton (Meon Valley Trail); e) Guildford to Shoreham-by-Sea (Downs Link); f) Liss to Longmoor; g) Devil's Dyke Route; and h) New Alresford to Kingsworthy (Watercress Way). 3. The following corridors, as shown on the Policies Map, are safeguarded for future restoration to their respective historic uses. Development proposals will not be permitted where they would adversely affect their future potential for such restoration. Proposals for restoration to their historic uses will be supported: a) The original course of the former Lewes – Uckfield railway line; and b) The Wey and Arun Canal. 4. Development proposals will be permitted provided they protect and enhance existing crossings provided for non-motorised travel routes across major roads, railways and watercourses. Proposals for sensitively designed new crossings, and proposals to upgrade the safety of existing crossings, will be supported. 5. Development proposals will be permitted provided they incorporate attractive, accessible public links through the site, which are suitable for pedestrians, cyclists, mobility scooters and equestrians as appropriate, which connect to the nearest convenient point on the public rights of way network and/or local footway network. 6. Development proposals will be permitted provided that they: a) Maintain existing public rights of way; and b) Conserve and enhance the amenity value and tranquillity of, and views from, non-motorised travel routes and access land.

Parking Provision

1. Development proposals for new, extended or re-located public parking will be permitted provided that they are located in or adjacent to the settlements listed in Policy SD25: Development Strategy, or have a strong functional link to an established cultural heritage, wildlife or landscape visitor attraction, provided that: a) There is evidence that overriding traffic management or recreation management benefits can be achieved; b) It is a component of a strategic traffic management scheme which gives precedence to sustainable transport; and c) The site is close to and easily accessible from main roads by appropriate routes, and well connected to the PRoW network. 2. Development proposals will be permitted if they provide an appropriate level of private cycle and vehicle parking to serve the needs of that development in accordance with the relevant adopted parking standards for the locality. Wherever feasible, electric vehicle charging facilities must also be provided. 3. All new private and public parking provision will: a) Be of a location, scale and design that reflects its context; and b) Incorporate appropriate sustainable drainage systems. 4. All new public parking provision will comply with the following: a) Wherever feasible, electric vehicle charging facilities must be provided. Where located with potential for onward travel by mobility scooter, this should include charging facilities for such scooters; and b) Where located with good accessibility to the bridleway network, include provision for horse box parking.