East Sussex County Council Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the East Sussex County Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

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Planning data sourced from East Sussex County Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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Planning Permission in East Sussex County Council - Find the Right Professional

Find an Architect in East Sussex County Council

Find RIBA-registered architects in the East Sussex County Council area for planning permission applications, extensions and new builds.

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Find vetted building contractors in the East Sussex County Council area for planning-approved builds and permitted development works.

Common planning application types in East Sussex County Council

Rear extensions Loft conversions Householder applications Tree works & TPO Listed building consent Change of use Annexes & granny flats Solar panels Barn conversions Basement extensions

About East Sussex County Council Planning Authority

East Sussex County Council serves as the upper tier local authority for the non-metropolitan county of East Sussex in England, which is distinct from the larger ceremonial county that also encompasses Brighton and Hove. For those researching planning applications in the area, understanding the council's role is essential, as it oversees key local governance and development regulations. The council was established in 2023. The council is currently led by Keith Glazier (Conservative), who has held the position since 21 May 2013. Becky Shaw serves as Chief Executive since 2010. The council comprises 50 councillors serving 4 years terms, with the most recent election held on 6 May 2021.

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for East Sussex County Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the East Sussex County Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.