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South Downs National Park planning applications
3,958 applications. 91% approved. 56 days to decide.
As of October 2026, PlanIndex holds 3,958 planning applications from South Downs National Park. 1,548 were decided in the trailing 12 months, with 91% of clear-cut outcomes approved.
South Downs National Park: 3,278 applications received in the last year, 1,548 decisions published. Decision alerts here will be sparse until the council publishes more outcomes.
South Downs National Park takes a median of 57 days to decide a planning application. See how that compares.
All applications
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SDNP/26/04224/24BC Decided
Crabden House Crabden Lane Blendworth Waterlooville Hampshire PO8 0AE
Proposed Paragraph 5 Exemption Certificate under the Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960. - The proposal is for the siting of five Caravan Act-compliant units for recreational use by members of Crown & Canopy Glamping Club. The units will be temporary and movable, located within the designated field identified by the red-line boundary on the accompanying Site Plan. All units will be capable of being removed should they need to be relocated or the use cease in the future.
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SDNP/26/04222/ADJAUT Decided
Highview Mount Way Lancing West Sussex
Adjoining Authority Consultation - Adur & Worthing Councils (AWDM/1210/26) - Single-storey rear/side extension, first-floor front extension above the existing entrance hallway, external alterations and associated works.
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SDNP/26/04123/APNB Awaiting decision
Golf Farm Devil's Dyke Road Brighton Brighton & Hove BN1 8YJ
Construction of a replacement agricultural building which will incorporate four bays and be used for the drying and storage of grain harvested on the farm.
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SDNP/26/04221/ADJAUT Decided
Former Site of MOUNT ROYAL 46 Lymington Bottom Four Marks Alton Hampshire
Adjoining Authority Consultation - East Hampshire District Council (EHDC-26-1120-CONVR) - Variation of condition 1 (approved plans) to allow substitution of new plans to reflect Deed of Variation sought to S106 Agreement affordable housing scheme, Substitution of approved drawings: CSL.01 Rev. M (Coloured Site Layout); SL.01 Rev. M (Site Layout); AHL.01 Rev. E (Affordable Housing Layout) Proposed new drawings: CSL.01 Rev. N (Coloured Site Layout); SL.01 Rev. N (Site Layout); AHL.01 Rev. F (Affordable Housing Layout)
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SDNP/26/04116/PNTEL Awaiting decision
Airwave Mm02 Site Ham 56A Andlers Ash Road Liss Hampshire
Regulation 5 Notice - Proposed upgrade to existing 15m lattice tower and ancillary works
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SDNP/26/04085/TCA Awaiting decision
Grasmere Avington Park Lane Easton Hampshire SO21 1EG
T1- sycamore tree to be crown raised 3.5 meters to allow more light into garden and house. And some overextended limbs reduced back to growth point on the western lower canopy but still keeping balance up to 2meters reduction. T2-Beech tree crown raise 3meters to allow light into garden and house. Crown cleaned of deadwood and broken hanger removed from lower canopy.
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SDNP/26/04117/TCA Awaiting decision
1 Summersfield Terrace Liss Hampshire GU33 7LF
Apple Tree 1 - crown reduction and prune Hazel 4 - Re-coppice to 1.5m in height.
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SDNP/26/04124/DDDT Decided
Mill Road Arundel
Pollard tree to 8m to remove snapped / broken and damaged limbs
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SDNP/26/04072/TCA Awaiting decision
White Gables East Street Hambledon Hampshire PO7 4RX
T1 Fell beech tree to ground level due to advise as per supplied arb report.
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SDNP/26/04071/TCA Awaiting decision
Granary Cottage Queen Street Twyford Hampshire SO21 1QG
T1- Holly: Reduce in height by 2m to prevent further growth into Ash, tree and maintain the tree at a suitable size for the garden. T2- Holly: Fell to ground level. The tree has become too large for the garden given the number of other trees in close proximity, and has made the corner of the garden very crowded. It also has some dieback in the canopy. T3- Laurel: Permission to reduce in height by 3-4m and width by 1-2m so as to maintain at an appropriate size for it's species before it becomes too big for it's surroundings.
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SDNP/26/04082/TCA Awaiting decision
1 Woodcroft Mews Station Road Petersfield Hampshire GU32 3FE
Reduce and shape 3no trees to the rear and front of property. Trees identified as Field Maple (Acer campestre), Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris), and Himalayan Birch (Betula utilis). See attached Tree Location sketch.
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SDNP/26/04050/23G Awaiting decision
Park House Park Road Petersfield Hampshire GU32 3DL
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed mixed Use of Ground Floor for Class E (Business/Retail) Purposes with 2 (No.) 1 bedroomed Flats above.
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SDNP/26/04044/TPO Awaiting decision
29 The Avenue Lewes East Sussex BN7 1QT
G1 (2no beech trees) Thin selected limbs by 2 meters to reduce weight, sail effect for reduced risk of failure
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SDNP/26/04054/TCA Awaiting decision
Chilland Ford Lower Chilland Lane Martyr Worthy Hampshire SO21 1EB
T1 - LIME - fell - The tree has been managed as a small pollard for many years but is becoming to big for the small area it is in. T2 - WILLOW - pollard - one side of the tree recently failed, clean up the tear cut on the failed side and bring the rest of the tree down to a low pollard to mimic the failed side. T3 - WILLOW - reduce top by 4-5m and 1-2m of the laterals. I believe reducing this tree will reduce the chance of it failing as the tree is quite exposed.
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SDNP/26/04047/TCA Awaiting decision
6 Lewes Road Ditchling East Sussex BN6 8TT
G1 - Group of 4 x Silver Birch trees lifted to 4m from the ground and reduced by 2m
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SDNP/26/04053/DCOND Decided
Newtonwood Barns Hawthorn Road Four Marks Alton Hampshire GU34 3EW
Discharge Condition 5 (external lighting) of approved application SDNP/25/05103/FUL
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SDNP/26/04038/TCA Awaiting decision
4 Mount Place Lewes East Sussex BN7 1YH
T1 - Black Matipo - 1-2m crown reduction and general pruning and removal of growth encroaching over adjoining properties
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SDNP/26/04028/TPO Awaiting decision
Oak House Gracious Street Selborne Alton Hampshire GU34 3JG
T1 Mature Grey Poplar - to fell. Root impact affecting house and garage.
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SDNP/26/04058/TCA Awaiting decision
The Grange Hesworth Common Lane Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1EW
Notification of intention to re-coppice 1 no. multi-stemmed Alder tree (T1).
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SDNP/26/04039/DCOND Awaiting decision
Land at Combe Hill Rogate Road Hill Brow Rogate West Sussex
Discharge of Conditions 5 (surface water drainage scheme), 6 (badger survey) and Biodiversity Net Gain Condition from planning permission SDNP/25/00080/FUL.
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SDNP/26/04034/NMA Awaiting decision
St Swithuns Senior School Alresford Road Winchester Hampshire SO21 1HA
NMA to application SDNP/24/03751/FUL - The proposed amendment seeks approval for minor alterations to the external appearance and access arrangements of the approved development
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SDNP/26/04035/LIS Awaiting decision
Porch House School Hill Soberton Hampshire SO32 3PF
Installation of flue liner, stove and small changes to chimney stack appearance to revert back to original design
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SDNP/26/04037/CND Awaiting decision
Dundridge Barns Dundridge Lane Bishops Waltham Hampshire SO32 1GD
Varitation of condition 2 for application SDNP/21/01790/FUL
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SDNP/26/04095/PNTEL Awaiting decision
Halewick BESS Halewick Lane Sompting BN15 0QW
Regulation 5 Notice of Intention to Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus
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SDNP/26/04013/DCOND Awaiting decision
Midhurst Recycling Centre Warren Way Midhurst West Sussex GU29 9QX
Discharge of condition 22 (Highway Works) 23 (EV Charging) for SDNP/21/03448/FUL
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SDNP/26/04009/FUL Awaiting decision
Telecommunications Mast at Newmarket Hill Drove Avenue Brighton Brighton & Hove
The development as proposed comprises the installation of a permanent back-up power generator with associated fuel apparatus (10kVA canopied generator) with ancillary development thereto.
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SDNP/26/04011/FUL Awaiting decision
Courthill Farm Buildings Court Hill Farm Road Slindon Arundel West Sussex BN18 0RJ
Extension to an existing deer chiller/larder
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SDNP/26/04006/DCOND Awaiting decision
Bignor Farm House Bignor Down Bignor West Sussex RH20 1PQ
Discharge of conditions 3 (schedule of external materials finishes and samples), 6 (roof lights), 7 (blinds), 9 (floor insulation), 10 (walls and roof insulation), 11 (threshing barn drainage system), 12 (threshing barn walls cross section) and 16 (construction management plan) from planning permission SDNP/26/02752/FUL.
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SDNP/26/04005/FUL Awaiting decision
St Peters Church The Street Firle East Sussex BN8 6LP
Erection of a single-storey building providing two self-contained units of visitor accommodation (Pilgrim's Bothy).
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SDNP/26/04025/HOUS Awaiting decision
Ashurst House Cottage Waltham Park Road Coldwaltham West Sussex RH20 1LY
Installation of a pre constructed ancillary building, sauna and hot tub,
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SDNP/26/04007/DCOND Awaiting decision
Whiteways Cafe Bury Hill Houghton West Sussex BN18 9FD
Discharge of condition 4 (landscaping) & BNG Deemed Condition for SDNP/25/02061/FUL
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SDNP/26/04075/DEM Awaiting decision
Pickers Hill Farm Saltdean Vale Saltdean Brighton Brighton & Hove BN2 8JJ
Notification of urgent demolition of buildings, in the interests of safety or health, under Part 11 Class B.2 (a) of The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended)
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SDNP/26/04077/DCOND Awaiting decision
Spencers Cottage Stoner Hill Road Froxfield Petersfield Hampshire GU32 1DY
Discharge Condition 3 (internal floor details) of approved application SDNP/26/02316/LIS
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SDNP/26/04001/DCOND Awaiting decision
Bignor Farm House Bignor Down Bignor West Sussex RH20 1PQ
Discharge of conditions 3 (schedule of external materials finishes and samples), 6 (roof lights), 7 (blinds), 8 (stairs and balustrades), 12 (floor insulation), 13 (walls and roof insulation), 15 (threshing barn existing and proposed floor build up cross section) and 16 (threshing barn cross section) from planning consent SDNP/26/02753/LIS.
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SDNP/26/04000/HOUS Awaiting decision
Ashurst House Cottage Waltham Park Road Coldwaltham West Sussex RH20 1LY
Construction of a single storey extension, removal of chimney, conversion of flat roof to pitch and alterations to the windows including 2 dormers.
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SDNP/26/03991/HOUS Awaiting decision
Police House A272 Chithurst Lane To Fitzhall Road Trotton West Sussex GU31 5ES
Proposed two storey extension.
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SDNP/26/03981/TPO Awaiting decision
29 Kings Ride Alfriston East Sussex BN26 5XP
T1 - Birch: Fell to ground level. Specimen is spindly due to dense competition. Removal will relieve localized overcrowding and promote crown development of adjacent retained trees. T2 - Birch: Fell to ground level. The tree is almost entirely dead, with barely any life left in it, and is leaning over and rubbing against the nearby Holm Oak T3 - Ash: Fell to ground level. This tree is also thin and weak from being cramped in. Taking it out helps thin out the overcrowded area so the better trees can thrive. T4-T7 Holm Oak (x4): Fell to ground level. These four trees are poor quality and growing way too close together. Removing them opens up more light and gives the remaining healthy trees the space they need to spread out and grow properly. T8 - Ash: Fell to ground level. The tree is dying back and losing its health. It needs to come down for safety reasons before it becomes a hazard. T9 - Ash: Fell to ground level. This tree is also suffering from heavy dieback and losing its strength. It needs to be removed for safety. G1 - Mixed species tree line along the front road boundary: Crown lift all overhanging branches to achieve a clearance height of 5.2 metres above the road. To provide clear headroom for passing traffic, prevent damage to vehicles, and ensure the roadside trees comply with Highways standards for road safety. T10 - Atlas Cedar: Remove the two lowest overextended limbs and crown lift the remaining low branches over the hedge to leave a 2-foot gap above the hedge line. The lowest branches are hanging at head height, making it unsafe to walk around or mow the lawn underneath. Removing these two low branches and tidying up the ones over the hedge removes the hazard, allows safe access for routine garden maintenance, and rebalances the tree's shape.
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SDNP/26/03984/DCOND Awaiting decision
Various Garage Sites Petworth West Sussex
Discharge of Conditions 4 (Materials), 5 (Design and Landscaping), 7 (Sustainable Construction), 9 (Refuse and Recycling), 10 (Details of Foul Drainage), 11 (SuDS), 12 (Lighting Assessment), 18 (HMMP) and Discharge of the Statutory Biodiversity Gain Plan of Planning Approval SDNP/25/01421/FUL.
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SDNP/26/03997/ADV Awaiting decision
South Hill Barn South Hill Cuckmere Haven Seaford East Sussex BN25 4AR
Display of two interpretation panels in the courtyard of South Hill Barn
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SDNP/26/03990/TPO Awaiting decision
The Dower House Winchester Road Chawton Alton Hampshire GU34 1SB
To dismantle T3 evergreen oak tree to ground level due to significant decay and rot present at the base of the tree, resulting in severely compromised structural integrity. Given the trees condition and its location within a high risk area, next to a nursery school, removal to ground level is considered the safest and most appropriate course of action to mitigate the risk of tree or stem failure. Two recent split stems have already recently occurred, which the council are aware of. Replacement tree to be planted in proximity as per councils recommendation. The tree is marked as T3 on attached sketch plan, TPO number EH895(12)
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SDNP/26/03988/LDP Awaiting decision
53 Hawkenbury Way Lewes East Sussex BN7 1LT
Removal of the existing uPVC conservatory and erection of a single-storey rear extension; installation of four roof windows to the existing main roof to serve a loft conversion; and a new window at ground-floor level in the side elevation.
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SDNP/26/04110/ADJAUT Awaiting decision
Land West of St Johns Close Woodgate
Adjoining Authority Consultation - AL/84/26/PL - Erection of 2 No. 4 bed detached and 4 No. 3 bed semi-detached residential dwellings, with associated access, parking and landscaping. This application is in CIL Zone 2 (CIL Liable new dwellings).
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SDNP/26/04030/PA15B Awaiting decision
Home Park Farm Portsmouth Road Milland West Sussex GU30 7JG
Prior notification under The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 - Part 15 Class B to install a Ground Mounted Electricity substation.
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SDNP/26/03985/DCOND Awaiting decision
Upper Chilland House Lower Chilland Lane Martyr Worthy Hampshire SO21 1EB
Discharge of condition 5 and 6 for application SDNP/25/01713/LIS
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SDNP/26/03965/FUL Awaiting decision
Jolly Farmer Blacknest Road Binsted Alton Hampshire GU34 4QD
Retrospective application for extensions to the existing building to provide a cold room and cellar; construction of a new bin, empty barrel and bottle store; an extension to the existing rear terrace with associated landscaping works; and the addition of a flat roof over the existing front terrace to create a new dining room.
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SDNP/26/03978/CND Awaiting decision
Aldi House Brooks Road Lewes East Sussex BN7 2BY
Variation of Conditions 2 (Plans), 18 (Landscaping), 27 (Cycle Shelter), 29 (Biodiversity Net Gain) and 30 (Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan), relating to planning approval SDNP/25/02551/FUL
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SDNP/26/03967/TPO Awaiting decision
St Christophers High Street Twyford Hampshire SO21 1NH
T1- Walnut: Permission to carry out a full canopy reduction, reducing the height of the tree by between 2-3m, and the lateral aspects by 1-2m. The tree is getting very large for it's surroundings as well as causing interference with the road, and structure beneath. The Owner wishes to contain the tree to a size appropriate for he garden. T2- Lime: Full canopy reduction by between 50-60%. The tree is incredibly close to the house and blocks a huge amount of light. It has also lost two limbs over the summer months, which have narrowly missed vehicles using the turning space at the end of the road, as well as a high number of pedestrians. This work would allow the tree to be retained at a more appropriate size, and greatly minimising the risk of any further limb failures for an area with such high footfall. T3- Indian Bean Tree: Full canopy reduction by between 2 and 3m. The tree is far too large for it's location, impeeding both the houses and also the pavement. This reduction would allow the the tree to be retained whilst avoiding impact on surrounding structures and footpaths.
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SDNP/26/03969/TCA Decided
6-7 The Drove Twyford Hampshire SO21 1QL
T1- Salix Tortarosa: Full canopy reduction between 1-2m to retain tree at a suitable size for it's surroundings.
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SDNP/26/03974/NMA Awaiting decision
Swanmore Park House Park Lane Swanmore Hampshire SO32 2QS
NMA to SDNP/23/05397/HOUS - Seeking to mirror the approved plan layout left to right within the approved footprint. Windows moved slightly into corner of building. No change to the siting, overall dimensions, height, roof form or materials.
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SDNP/26/03952/TCA Awaiting decision
20 King Henrys Road Lewes East Sussex BN7 1BU
T1 - Silver Birch - reduce and reshape crown by up to 3.5 metres on top and by up to 2 metres on all sides T2 - Holly - dead - fell T3 - Silver Birch - reduce and reshape by up to 4 metres on top and by 2.5 metres on all sides T4 - Silver Birch - reduce and reshape by up to 3 metres on top and by 2.5 metres on all sides
Recent decisions
Data to October 2026
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25/02541/FUL Granted
The Steddle Stones Broad Road Hambrook Chidham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8RF
Demolition of existing dwelling, widening of existing access, and erection of 6 no. dwellings.
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25/02867/FUL Granted
Morgan Furniture Limited Clovelly Road Southbourne Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8PQ
Erection of 21 no. commercial buildings (15 no. Use Class B2 / E(g), 6 no. Use Class B8) following partial demolition of existing furniture factory (Use Class B2), including the retention and change of use of part of the furniture factory for use as offices (Use Class E(c)), retention of existing southern access off Clovelly Road, alterations to existing northern access of Clovelly Road and associated hard and soft landscaping.
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26/01634/NMA Refused
Land West Of Drift Lane Chidham West Sussex
Non-material amendment from reserve matters application CH/24/02600/REM - Series of minor design refinements across the approved development, revisions to the lighting strategy to incorporate solar-powered lighting units, updated landscape planting, surface finish drawings, a revised phasing plan and a solar roof plan identifying the potential locations of photovoltaic panels.
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26/00283/OBG Withdrawn
Land North Of Highgrove Farm Main Road Bosham West Sussex
Variation of paragraph 7 clause 7.6 (Barnside Shared Use Link) of the S106 dated 12.10.2023 (planning permission 21/00571/FUL).
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26/01484/DOM Granted
128 Gainsborough Drive Selsey Chichester West Sussex PO20 0HH
Ground floor rear/side extension.
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26/01667/OBG Granted
Land South Of Lowlands North Mundham West Sussex
Discharge obligation Section 1, Part 2 Paragraph 9.1 of the S106 Agreement dated 8th July 2026 (25/02370/FUL) - Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan.
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26/01706/TCA Granted
Roseberry House North Street Westbourne Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8UN
Notification of intention to crown reduce by 1.5 (all round) on 1 no. Pittosporum tree (T1).
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26/01657/PLD Refused
65 Cedar Drive Chichester West Sussex PO19 3EJ
Removal of chimney and installation of flue, dormer window to rear elevation, rear extension to garage, rooflights and increase driveway size.
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26/01647/ADV Granted
25 The Hornet Chichester West Sussex PO19 7JL
1 no. non-illuminated fascia sign and 1 no. non-illuminated projecting sign.
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26/00728/FUL Granted
Land South Of Longacre Way Longacres Way Chichester West Sussex
Erection of a Care Home for older people with parking, access, landscaping and associated ground works.
The full record
Decisions between 2006 and 2026
PlanIndex holds 1,853 decisions from South Downs National Park between 2006 and 2026, part of 3,958 applications on record. Over that period 90% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals, 1,470 granted against 156 refused. The busiest single year was 2026, with 2,938 applications recorded.
The trailing-year figures above track current activity. This record reaches back further, so a decision here may predate the online portal; each application still has its own page with the source link.
From the archive
Earliest records shown in full
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06/00521/LBC Granted
Pandoras Box North Street Petworth West Sussex GU28 0DD
Replace shop entrance door with residential front door and to over paint fascia signs to match existing exterior paint work.
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06/00522/COU Granted
Pandoras Box North Street Petworth West Sussex GU28 0DD
Material change of use only from A1/A2 commercial to residential.
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06/01496/LBC Granted
North House North Street Petworth West Sussex GU28 0DD
Replacement timber windows. Opening in hallway enlarged, with arched head to match existing adjacent opening. Removal of modern infill timber studwork to kitchen (maintaining original structure) to open out existing kitchen.
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06/02113/FUL Granted
Older Hill Kennels Linch Road Redford Woolbeding Midhurst West Sussex GU29 0QE
Erection of a timber framed dwelling.
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07/01427/DOM Granted
Funtington Down House Hares Lane Funtington Chichester West Sussex PO18 9DL
Single storey bay window extension.
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11/01379/CPO Granted
Sidlesham County Primary School Keynor Lane Sidlesham Chichester West Sussex PO20 7NL
WSCC Ref: WSCC/019/11/SIA Saxon style roundhouse to be built on the school field using traditional techniques.
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11/01718/DOM Granted
The Hawthorns Monks Hill Westbourne Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8SX
Replacement front porch, bay windows with new lean to roof over.
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11/01674/DOM Granted
3 Whitestone Farm Cottages Main Road Birdham Chichester West Sussex PO20 7HU
Proposed single storey extension with a pitched roof, to the side and rear of the property. Replace 1st floor flat roof with a plain tiled pitched roof.
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11/01341/FUL Granted
148 West Wittering Estate Beach Huts Coastguard Lane West Wittering West Sussex PO20 8AU
New lifeguard hut to replace existing lifeguard lookout platform.
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11/01733/DOM Granted
2 Durnford Close Chichester West Sussex PO19 3AG
Rear conservatory to replace existing.
Decision speed
12 months to October 2026, where both dates are published
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Within 8 weeks the statutory target for most applications 782 51%
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8 to 13 weeks the target band for major development 561 36%
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Over 13 weeks often extended by agreement 205 13%
Planning agents in South Downs National Park
The firms named as agent on the most applications on this register. Company information only.
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Smith Simmons & Partners Ltd 83% granted overall 92
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S&P Tree Specialists Ltd. 100% granted overall 26
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Promethean Planning Ltd 74% granted overall 24
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Douglas Briggs Partnership 91% granted overall 21
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Michael Reed & Co Tree Service Ltd 93% granted overall 19
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Keith Chandler Ltd 80% granted overall 19
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MH Architects Limited 95% granted overall 19
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Forty Four Design Ltd 100% granted overall 19
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Applications by ward in South Downs National Park
- Chichester Central 209
- Chichester East 54
- Chichester North 141
- Chichester South 84
- Chichester West 119
- Fernhurst 28
- Goodwood 68
- Harbour Villages 298
- Lavant 53
- Loxwood 219
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- Special Code For BLPUs Outside District 26
- The Witterings 377
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Applications by postcode district
- PO20 748
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- PO18 448
- RH14 221
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- PO10 158
- GU28 125
- GU32 107
- GU29 105
- GU31 103
- RH20 77
- GU27 74
- SO21 68
- GU33 60
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Common questions
How many planning applications does South Downs National Park decide?
In the 12 months to October 2026, South Downs National Park decided 1548 planning applications. 91% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
How long does a planning decision take in South Downs National Park?
The median time from a planning application being received to a decision was 56 days over the 12 months to October 2026. Individual cases vary with complexity and consultation responses.
How many South Downs National Park decisions arrive within the eight week target?
Of the 1548 decisions in the 12 months to October 2026 where both dates are published, 51% came within eight weeks of the application being received, and 87% within thirteen weeks.
How many planning applications has South Downs National Park decided in total?
PlanIndex holds 1853 decisions from South Downs National Park between 2006 and 2026, out of 3,958 applications on record. Across that whole period 90% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
When is planning activity busiest in South Downs National Park?
July 2026 was the busiest month across the 12 months to October 2026, with 496 applications recorded. The monthly pattern is listed on this page.
How do I find a planning application by its reference number?
Every application indexed here has its own page at a stable address. Look the reference up in a search engine together with the council name, or browse the latest applications below. Each page shows the description, address, dates and decision as the council published them.
Where can I see the full documents for an application?
Plans, drawings and officer reports stay on South Downs National Park's own planning portal. Every application page here links straight to the source record.
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South Downs National Park: 3,958 planning applications on record as of October 2026. Trailing 12 months: 1,548 decided, 91% approved, median 56 days to a decision. 3,278 new applications received in the same period. Decisions on record run between 2006 and 2026: 1,853 in total, 90% approved. Source: PlanIndex, planindex.co.uk.
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