A telecommunications company which wanted to put up a 5G mobile phone mast on a Horsham residential estate has been told it should find another location.
Published 16th May 2023, 12:43 BST
Updated 16th May 2023, 12:44 BST
C K Hutchison Networks wanted to site the mast in Jackdaw Lane, Littlehaven, and submitted its proposals to Horsham District Council.
However, scores of local residents raised objections and set up a website outlining their views. They said: “We object to the construction of a 5G mast in such a densely populated area.
“The proposed mast would be 15m, 50ft, in height – over twice as tall as the surrounding homes, and towering above the local trees – and would dominate the skyline of the local area and beyond.
“Situated just metres from local homes and accompanied by three large unsightly utility cabinets, it would be an eyesore for the local community.”
In a letter to the telecommunications company, the council says: “The Local Planning Authority would advise the applicant/developer that alternative locations/sites should be explored for this development.”
It added that “a number of objections to the proposed works have been received by local residents/bodies. It is noted that the proposed monopole would be located in close proximity to residential properties and would be significantly higher than existing development within the vicinity.”
It further added: “The large size and utilitarian appearance of the proposed equipment would appear to be out of scale and overly prominent within its immediate residential setting and from some short and medium distance views.”