Deadline extended: comments now close 24 November
Two large industrial and storage/distribution units (40,000 sq ft in total), with a new access road and bridge over the Caker Stream, on land south of Wilsom Farm, Alton, Hampshire.
More than 200 comments were made on the first plans. New plans were submitted on 20 October, so please object again, even if you already have. The council has extended the deadline to 24 November.
Revised plans submitted: two units instead of four
Comments close (extended from 10 November). Object before this date
Council's target decision date (it can change)
Flooding & the Caker Stream
The only way in is a new bridge across the functional floodplain. The Environment Agency still objects to the revised plans (3 November).
HGVs & road safety
The applicant's safety report assumes all lorries head north. Its later transport note sends 40% through East Worldham, about 22 a day. No safety assessment of that route has been submitted.
Noise & 24 hour operation
The applicant says the units would run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Drainage & groundwater
In February, on the information it had, the County Council did not consider the drainage design compliant with national standards.
Application EHDC-26-0082-FUL, East Hampshire District Council
Comments close 24 November 2026, extended from 10 November (check the portal, as dates can change)
If you'd like help writing, the Write your objection page can put a draft together for you.
1. Register: open the EHDC planning portal with the button above and choose Register (or Login if you already have an account). You need an email address.
2. Find the application: the button takes you straight to EHDC-26-0082-FUL.
3. Choose Object and give your reasons in your own words. For each concern, say what you have seen or experienced yourself, and where and when. You can attach photos or documents.
4. Submit and keep the confirmation email.
The council publishes the text of your comment online, but not your name and address, so don't put personal details in the comment itself. Anonymous comments are not considered.
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