West Sussex County Council Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the West 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 West Sussex County Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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

Find an Architect in West Sussex County Council

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

Find a Building Contractor in West Sussex County Council

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

Common planning application types in West 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 West Sussex County Council Planning Authority

West Sussex County Council serves as the upper-tier local authority for the non-metropolitan county of West Sussex in England. It plays a crucial role in local governance and planning, overseeing various services and initiatives that impact the community and its development. The council was established in 1997. The council is currently led by Paul Marshall (Conservative), who has held the position since 18 October 2019. Leigh Whitehouse serves as Chief Executive since 2024. The council comprises 70 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 West Sussex County Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the West Sussex County Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.