Design & Plans
Planning documents, facility designs, and specifications for the new athletics track.
✓ Planning Approved
The Imberhorne development (550-700 homes, new school, and athletics facility) was approved in January 2026. We're now in the design phase, with community consultation closing December 2026.
These documents show what's been approved and what's being designed. Your feedback during consultation shapes the final facility.
Key Documents
Planning Consent
Official planning approval document
The formal planning approval granted by West Sussex and Mid Sussex councils for the Imberhorne development and athletics facility.
Modified: September 12, 2026
Latest Facility Plans
Architectural drawings and specifications
Current design plans for the track, changing rooms, and support facilities. These are being refined during the design consultation phase.
Latest: November 14, 2024
Visual Documentation
Approved Sports Facilities
Overview of the approved athletics facilities, showing the complete track design with:
- ✓ 400m professional running track
- ✓ Jumps complex (long jump, high jump, triple jump)
- ✓ Throws ring (shot put, javelin, hammer)
- ✓ Support facilities (changing rooms, café, parking)
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Latest Design Plan
Detailed architectural plan showing the current design iteration with full facility layout, access routes, and infrastructure.
This represents the most recent design phase. Community feedback during consultation will help refine further iterations.
Download Full Resolution (2.3 MB)Understanding These Documents
Planning Consent
The legal approval for the development. This confirms what can be built and the conditions that apply.
Design Plans
The architect's drawings showing how the facility will look and function. These are refined during consultation.
Your Role
Consultation closes December 2026. Your feedback on these plans shapes what gets built. Make your voice heard.
Where We Are
January 2026
Planning Approved
Development and athletics facility approved by councils.
Now — December 2026
Design Consultation
Final specs being set. Your feedback shapes the facility.
2026/2027
Construction Begins
Site preparation and facility construction.
2027–2028
Track Opens
The new athletics facility opens to the community.
How to Respond to Consultation
These plans are currently open for community consultation. Your feedback matters.
- 1. Review these documents and the facility spec at What We Need
- 2. Consider: Is this facility complete? Will it serve all ages and abilities?
- 3. Submit your feedback through the developer's consultation portal or contact us
Questions About the Plans?
We're happy to explain what these documents show and how you can help advocate for a complete facility.
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