Thank you for visiting our website which is intended to give you the opportunity to view and comment on our emerging proposals.
We plan to submit an outline planning application for up to 150-200 high-quality homes with a range of new landscaping and public open space. Affordable housing will be compliant with the local plan policy (up to 40%).
The draft layout shows our emerging proposals following our recent technical work and initial consideration of the main issues.
On this website, you will find more detailed information about our plans. We welcome your comments and feedback which will be considered as our proposals progress.
Land at Penally Farm, Liphook
About A2Dominion
These plans are being brought forward by A2Dominion, one of the biggest housing providers in Southern England.
A2Dominion is a UK Housing Association committed to a new vision, providing homes people love to live in. With over 38,000 homes in management across London and Southern England, we provide a wide range of homes for social, affordable, and private rent, specialist services, as well as homes for sale and shared ownership.
Our 70,000 + customers come from a diverse range of backgrounds with varying levels of income. We’re here to provide them all with homes that are safe, high quality and sustainable. And with social housing roots going back eight decades, we continue to ensure that every penny of profit is reinvested into our charitable social purpose – delivering more homes and better services for customers.
Site Location Plan
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Context and Planning
East Hampshire district is currently facing a significant challenge in meeting its local housing needs. A new national method for calculating housing requirements, introduced in December 2024, has nearly doubled the district’s annual housing requirement — from 574 to 1,142 new homes per year.
At present, East Hampshire District Council (EHDC) can only demonstrate a 2.7-year supply of housing land, falling well short of the government’s requirement for a 5-year supply. This shortfall equates to a deficit of approximately 2,000 homes. The EHDC adopted Development Plan is now out of date, both in terms of its age and its reliance on an outdated assessment of housing need.
As a result, the Sites currently allocated are insufficient to meet the district’s housing requirements. Whilst the Site is not currently ‘allocated’ in the adopted Development Plan, it is being actively promoted by A2Dominion as a location capable of making a valuable contribution towards addressing the district’s significant housing shortfall.
We plan to submit an outline planning application with the access arrangements fixed. We then propose to submit a ‘reserved matters’ application addressing layout, scale appearance and landscaping.
Wider Site Context
The Site comprises just over 13 hectares of greenfield land at Penally Farm, situated northeast of Liphook. It is bounded by Hewshott Lane to the north and east, Bramshott Place and Bramshott Grange to the west, and Radford Park along with the River Wey Conservation Area to the south.
The Site lies within a gently undulating, self-contained, and highly enclosed landscape. The Site and its immediate surroundings are not subject to any formal landscape designations, with the Surrey Hills National Landscape approximately 2.3 km to the north east and the South Downs National Park, which is located 0.8 km to the southeast at its closest point.
Wider Site Context Plan
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The Site
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Technical Work
The Site presents a range of constraints and opportunities that have been assessed through a series of initial surveys and other assessments.
These will be expanded upon within the forthcoming planning application submission. These include:
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Topography survey: Detailed mapping of the Site’s physical features and landform.
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Ecological surveys: Evaluation of habitats and species within and around the Site to inform ecology and biodiversity considerations (including biodiversity net gain).
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Transport: Analysis of the local and strategic network for all modes of transport.
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Noise Assessment: Identification of noise-sensitive receptors and evaluation of existing noise conditions.
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Flood Risk and Drainage Assessment: Review of flood risk, surface water management, and integration with existing drainage infrastructure.
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Arboricultural survey: Categorisation of trees by quality and size to guide retention and management strategies.
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Heritage assessment: Consideration of the Site’s historical context in terms of past uses and heritage assets in the surrounding area.
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Landscape assessment: Analysis of landscape character, visual receptors, and opportunities for enhancement.
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Planning policy appraisal: Assessment of Local and National policy guidance.
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Utilities assessment: Appraisal of existing utility infrastructure and identification of potential connection points.
Ecology
The Site lies within the 5-kilometre buffer zone of the Wealden Heaths Phase II Special Protection Area (SPA), with its northern part falling within 400 metres of the SPA boundary. This necessitates careful consideration of potential ecological impacts, particularly in relation to recreational disturbance and other indirect effects on the SPA.
The A3 a major four-lane highway, lies between the Site and the SPA, forming a substantial physical and perceptual barrier. The most direct walking route to the nearest SPA access point at Bramshott Common involves crossing the A3 via a road bridge and continuing along the dual carriageway’s edge. Aspect Ecology, on behalf of A2Dominion, is engaging with Natural England.
These discussions are addressing the scope of ecological assessments that will be submitted with the planning application and will also address appropriate SPA mitigation measures.
Ecology Plan
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Transport Plan
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Transport
The access to the Site is proposed from Hewshott Lane, at the northern boundary. There are accessible footways from the Site access to the centre of Liphook with the footway along London Road being a shared cycle and pedestrian space between Hewshott Lane and the western entrance of Radford Park, where it rejoins the carriageway.
At the detailed design stage, the internal layout of the Site will take account of the cycle and vehicular parking standards set out in local planning policy/ guidance, ensuring that the appropriate level of parking is provided.
The Site is accessible by public transport, with bus stops within 15-minute walking distance from the Site and Liphook railway station an 8-minute cycle; providing regular services to Portsmouth, Guildford and London.
Illustrative Masterplan
A2Dominion is proposing a high quality and sustainable development which is sensitive to the adjacent landscape setting of Radford Park and the River Wey Conservation Area.
The new homes, up to 40% of which will be affordable, will include a range of property types and sizes, from one to 4 bedroom homes, in order to create a balanced community.
The scheme prioritises the retention and sensitive management of existing trees wherever possible.
The proposed open space in the north of the Site will feature sustainable drainage systems, new woodland planting, and a network of recreational paths.
Masterplan
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Benefits
Key benefits underpinning the Sites potential for residential are summarised below:
The delivery of up to 150-200 homes will make a meaningful contribution toward addressing East Hampshire’s identified significant housing shortfall.
Significant Contribution to Housing Supply
The Site’s location supports opportunities to promote walking and cycling, encouraging healthier, low-carbon lifestyles.
Promotion of
Active Trave
The proposal will create well-designed, safe, and attractive places that reflect high standards of sustainability and placemaking.
High-Quality,
Sustainable Design
up to 40% of the homes will be affordable, including a mix of affordable rent and shared ownership, helping to meet the district’s unmet need for affordable housing.
Affordable
Housing Provision
Proximity to the A3 provides excellent access to the Strategic Road Network, enhancing regional connectivity.
Strategic
Connectivity
A range of energy-saving features and sustainable construction practices will be incorporated to reduce environmental impact.
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Measures
The Site is well-related to the existing settlement of Liphook and its services, and lies adjacent to the Settlement Policy Boundary (SPB) as defined in the emerging East Hampshire Local Plan (EHLP) Policies Map.
Sustainable
Location
The development will deliver extensive recreational spaces, landscape improvements, and enhancements to arboricultural, ecological, and biodiversity value.
Green Infrastructure and Environmental Enhancements
The development will generate financial contributions through CIL and Section 106, supporting local infrastructure and community services.
Financial
Contributions
Comments & Next Steps
Thank you for taking the time to consider our proposals for the Site. We hope you have found the information useful.
The consultation period closed on 10 July 2025.
If you have any further questions, please contact us by email penallyfarm@lichfields.uk
Future Timeline
June 2025
Consultation
Period
July 2025
Feedback
Analysis
Late Summer 2025
Planning Application Submission