26/03/2026
Pallant Homes has secured Reserved Matters approval for a residential development of 68 new homes on land west of Drift Lane, Chidham, West Sussex, marking a key milestone in the delivery of new housing in the district.
The approval, granted by Chichester District Council, confirms the detailed design of the scheme, including layout, scale, appearance and landscaping, following the successful outline planning appeal in August 2023.
The development will deliver a high-quality mix of homes, including 21 affordable homes comprising First Homes, shared ownership, affordable rent and social rent, helping to meet identified local housing needs.
The 5 hectare site located within Chidham and occupies a sustainable village setting, with access to local amenities and excellent transport links, including a railway station. The scheme has been carefully designed to respond to its semi-rural context, incorporating green infrastructure, ecological buffers, public open space and a locally equipped area of play, alongside sustainable drainage features.
The Reserved Matters proposals have been shaped through extensive engagement with planning officers, consultees and stakeholders, ensuring a high-quality scheme that integrates sensitively with its surroundings. The development also delivers biodiversity enhancements and supports wider environmental objectives, including wildlife corridors and ecological features across the site.
Construction is expected to commence in Autumn 2026.
In addition to the Drift Lane scheme, Pallant Homes is progressing proposals for a further 132 homes on land east of Broad Road, Chidham.
The project has been delivered through the collaborative efforts of a multidisciplinary team, and Pallant Homes would like to extend its thanks to Neame Sutton, Amanda Sutton, and the wider consultant and in-house team for their work in progressing the scheme.
Recognition is also given to Sasha White and Kimberley Ziya for their role in securing the outline appeal decision that underpins both sites.
