Response to South Downs National Park Local Plan

CPRE Sussex welcomes overall policies but raises concerns over some proposed development sites.

There is praise for policies on climate, nature recovery, water and homes in the South Downs National Park Local Plan.

CPRE Sussex welcomed a focus on landscape protection, habitat improvement, ecosystem services, climate change mitigation and adaptation, and affordable housing within thriving communities.

The charity also said most proposed development sites in the plan were “well judged”. However, there are a small number of sites which the charity is unable to support.

Concerns raised include plans failing to fit within historic environments, a lack of infrastructure and the impact on surrounding landscapes.

The full response will be available online shortly at cpresussex.org.uk/national-park/.

Read full press release below.