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351 in the last 90 days95 in the last 3052 in the last 1491% approveddecisions typically take 71 days

Source: Worthing Borough Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 546 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Land At Former 5 Brighton Road Shoreham-by-sea West Sussex
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 15 (Materials and Details) part b) columns, doors and windows; part d) solar panels and part f) access ramps and steps, of application AWDM/1962/22 allowed on appeal reference APP/Y3805/W/23/3320322.
PendingReceived 23 Oct 2026AWDM/1253/26
Highview Mount Way Lancing West Sussex BN15 0QD
Single-storey rear/side extension, first-floor front extension above the existing entrance hallway, external alterations and associated works.
PendingReceived 22 Oct 2026AWDM/1210/26
24 York Road Worthing West Sussex BN11 3EN
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the installation of solar panels to rear roofslopes
PendingReceived 21 Oct 2026AWDM/1245/26
27 Whitelot Way Southwick West Sussex BN42 4YF
Single storey rear extension
PendingReceived 21 Oct 2026AWDM/1191/26
2 Curvins Way Lancing West Sussex BN15 9JQ
Proposed Two Storey Side Extension.
PendingReceived 21 Oct 2026AWDM/1233/26

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Worthing Borough Council received?

Worthing Borough Council received 1,748 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 91%.

How long does Worthing Borough Council take to decide applications?

Worthing Borough Council takes an average of 71 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 Worthing Borough Council?

Worthing Borough Council approves 91% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Worthing Borough Council?

Submit your representation to Worthing Borough 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 Worthing Borough Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Worthing Borough Council planning decision?

Yes. If Worthing Borough Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 225 appeals were lodged against Worthing Borough Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 25% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Worthing Borough Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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

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Worthing Borough Council serves as the local authority for Worthing in West Sussex, England, operating as a non-metropolitan district with borough status. The council oversees essential local services, including housing, planning, leisure, and tourism, and is currently led by the Labour Party. Its headquarters are located at Worthing Town Hall, making it a key point of contact for those researching planning applications in the area. The council was established in | preceded_by =. The council is currently led by Sophie Cox (Labour), who has held the position since 23 July 2024. The council comprises 37 councillors, with the most recent election held on 2 May 2024.

The council area encompasses 19 towns and villages, including Worthing. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Worthing Borough Council received 1,748 planning applications. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (610), outline applications (202), tree works (190). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

225 planning appeals were lodged against Worthing Borough Council decisions, of which 50 were allowed and 154 were dismissed (25% success rate).

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