Strategic land promoter Catesby Estates has sold a 14.8-acre site with reserved matters planning permission for 96 homes at Rascals Farm in Southwater, West Sussex, to Barratt Redrow for an undisclosed price.
The site will provide a range of two-, three-, four- and five-bedroom apartments, terraced, semi-detached and detached houses, 35% of which will be affordable.
The development will also feature a new large informal public space with existing grassland at the site maintained and enhanced to support biodiversity.
Andy Wright, associate land director at Catesby Estates, said: “We are very pleased that Barratt Redrow will be taking forward this site to deliver high quality new homes and public space for Southwater. This has been a particularly lengthy and complex planning process, with two public inquiries and engagement with planning officers at both the district and county level on multiple applications.
“Catesby was able to demonstrate the application complied with policy and draw on evidence that local housing supply was less than had been cited. We are very proud to have seen the application through to a successful conclusion on behalf of the landowner, and that much needed new homes and improved public space will now finally be delivered for the community.”
Jack Allan, land director at Barratt Redrow, added: “Barratt Redrow are delighted to have completed on the land at Rascals Farm, Southwater. It was a pleasure to work with Catesby Estates who were extremely pragmatic and quick at making decisions to allow a smooth transaction. Furthermore, the planning application they obtained is a testament to their in-house skills by presenting us with the ideal foundation to create a thriving community.
“This site represents a great opportunity for the business to provide much needed high quality new homes in the area of Horsham. With this area being impacted by water neutrality in recent years, there has been a real lack of supply. However, Catesby were able to secure offsite mitigation meaning we are able to make a prompt start on site. We look forward to delivering a great scheme in Southwater and deliver the much needed market and affordable housing for the area.”
