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Search the Public Notice PortalPlans to demolish and rebuild a coastal home metres from the shoreline of one of Sussex's most popular beaches have been blocked at appeal.
The property, named Windward, is located opposite Berry Barn Lane on West Strand in West Wittering, just metres from the internationally renowned West Wittering beach.
The applicant had sought to demolish the existing two-storey white brick house and replace it with a new larger home featuring outbuildings and landscaping.
The plans were originally refused by Chichester District Council in March, with the council arguing the development would be "excessive," "inappropriate," and "visually jarring".
An appeal was lodged, but the planning inspectorate has now upheld the refusal, in a judgement issued on July 8.
Rejecting the appeal, inspector Nicola Davies said the proposed development would "enclose and erode the space" between the property and a nearby public pathway to the beach, known as 'the Twitten'.
She added: "The proposed dwelling would create a larger property than that which it would replace and would extend across most of the site, creating a dwelling of significant mass and bulk."
Ms Davies also raised concerns about the proposals' "ill-conceived design".
The plans had incorporated contemporary elements such as a shallow zinc roof and horizontal timber cladding, along with hand-laid flint.
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The applicant had argued that the proposals were "in keeping with neighbouring dwellings" and "appropriate to the residential context," but Ms Davies disagreed.
She said: "The design, with its inverted wings, squat roof and unconventional design, would create a dwelling of confused architectural appearance.
"It would not reflect that of any of the other dwellings within this area and would stand out as an uncharacteristic development."
West Wittering beach is consistently named as one of the best beaches in the UK.
It retained its Blue Flag status in May for the 30th year in a row, marking its high water quality and environmental standards.
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