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After determining that a later living project would help address the critical need for registered care accommodation, as well as the overall housing shortfall in the Canterbury district, a Planning Inspector allowed an appeal on behalf of DHA’s client, Aspire LPP.
The Reigate-based company, which sources, designs and develops bespoke care and residential properties nationwide, can now progress its plans for a new care home on land at Millstrood Road, Whitstable.
Originally refused planning permission by Canterbury City Council in May 2024, DHA put together a compelling appeal case. The Inspector concluded that the substantial public benefits of the scheme outweighed the harm identified in terms of the loss of protected open space and impact on character and appearance of the area.
With an ageing population and a growing demand for high-quality care facilities, this Aspire development will provide 76 much-needed en-suite bedrooms, equivalent to 42 dwellings towards the Council’s housing shortfall.
People who worked on this project
Dan is a Senior Planner at DHA having joined DHA in January 2021 as a part-time Graduate Planner whilst completing an MSc in Spatial Planning at University College London.
Matthew is one of DHA's most experienced planners having worked in both public and private practice for over 24 years, and is dual-qualified in both Planning and Urban Design.
Sectors we work in
With an ever-increasing need for specialist accommodation for older people, DHA have expertise across the field to assist in the delivery of retirement and care-related schemes.
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