I READ with interest the proposed seafront development plan integral to which was a 50-foot tall light tower.
In addition there was a proposal for a 25-foot tall light tower at the Inn on the Beach site to complement this.
Hayling Golf Club is fortunate to own a wonderful piece of land, abundant with a wide range of flora and fauna, so much so that it h
as been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).
Seven years ago a new clubhouse was completed and retained the art deco style of the previous building. Since then many attempts have been made to obtain planning permission for minimal car park lighting for reasons of safety.
Crossing the car park on a dark winter's evening, with no light, is extremely hazardous.
The applications have been rejected on the grounds of light pollution despite having the support of Natural England (formerly English Nature) responsible for the SSSI, our local MP and the former Mayor of Havant.
If the reason for rejection of planning permission for car park lighting is valid, I am absolutely amazed that two huge light towers, with all the inherent light pollution, can be considered.
Phil West
South Road
Hayling
I READ with interest the proposed seafront development in your last edition.
What about "light pollution"? For several years Havant Borough Council has refused permission for Hayling Golf Club to install two modest lighting columns to light their car park.
Now we see a proposal for 100 luxury flats together with a 50-foot tall glass column flashing multi-coloured lights.
Are there different planning rules for main developers and a Hayling sports faculty now celebrating its 125th anniversary?
J W Hancock
Rogers Mead
Hayling
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