Rendering of the courts with a parking lot around each corner.

After hearing several hours of public testimony, the Sussex County Planning and Zoning Commission deferred its decision on the application, which would allow indoor pickleball courts, a swimming pool and additional parking to be built on the former clubhouse site. (Sussex County Documents)

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Land where the new facilities could go pending approval.

Neighbors split over Lewes pickleball proposal

More than two years after a fire destroyed The Plantations clubhouse, a proposal for indoor pickleball courts, a pool and parking has divided residents. Supporters cite demand, while opponents worry about traffic, parking and noise. Sussex County Planning and Zoning deferred a decision.