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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has East Sussex County Council received?
East Sussex County Council received 39 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 94%.
How long does East Sussex County Council take to decide applications?
East Sussex County Council takes an average of 76 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate for East Sussex County Council?
East Sussex County Council approves 94% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in East Sussex County Council?
Submit your representation to East Sussex County Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the East Sussex County Council planning portal.
Can I appeal an East Sussex County Council planning decision?
Yes. If East Sussex County Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 90 appeals were lodged against East Sussex County Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 33% success rate.

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

About East Sussex County Council Planning Authority

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.

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.

The council area encompasses 478 towns and villages, including Battle, Bexhill, Brighton, Crowborough, Eastbourne and Hailsham. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, East Sussex County Council received 39 planning applications. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were other applications (16), amendments (4), full planning applications (1).

90 planning appeals were lodged against East Sussex County Council decisions, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

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.