Planning applications in BN1
We hold 1,538 planning applications for the BN1 postcode area, 517 of them submitted in the past year. 91% of decided applications here were approved. A decision typically takes 62 days. The area is covered by Brighton and Hove, South Downs, Wealden.
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Recent applications in BN1
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed roof alterations/extensions including hip to gable extension with juliet balconies to south elevation, 2 dormers to east and west elevations, new rooflight to north elevation, erection of single storey ground floor extension to south elevation with new rear tearrace and revised fenestration.
Two rear facing timber windows to be replaced with PVC frames.
Rear garden decking (retrospective).
dead fir - remove arbutus (strawberry tree) remove main stem leaving leggy front growth
Demolition of the existing rear lean-to and erection of a single-storey side infill and rear extensions, together with a loft conversion incorporating an L-shaped rear dormer extending over the existing outrigger. Installation of front and side rooflights, along with associated alterations.
neighbours elm - reduce overhang back to halfway across footpath - tree is close to building lilac - reduce side growth back to new upright growth holly - cut back from building by 1m , reduce height by 1.5m and reduce other side by 1m ivy along wall - trim back to wall neighbours overhang - reduce back to wall REAR GARDEN eouronymus - trim new growth 2 x box - remove to just above ground level dogwood - reduce to 2ft forsythia - reduce/trim neighbors elder - reduce back to boundary acer negundo - reduce by 3m red maple - reduce by 2m lilac - reduce side growth fatsia - reduce to lower growth hibiscus - reduce side growth and clear window rose archway - trim ceanothus - trim acuba - trim THIS IS MOSTLY GENERAL TREE PRUNNING TO MANAGE GROWTH
Prior approval for the erection of a single storey rear extension, which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.5m, for which the maximum height would be 3.2m, and for which the height of the eaves would be 2.5m.
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 5 (materials) and 6 (windows joinery) of application BH2025/00133.
Display of internally-illuminated entrance signs and suspended signage and LED strip lighting to display windows.
Erection of a single-storey ground-floor rear extension.
Display of 2no totem signs with digital screens.
Tree at front of property T18, Cedar tree The tree is proposed for a moderate crown reduction to reduce its overall height and lateral spread while retaining its natural shape and balanced form. The reduction will be carried out in accordance with good arboricultural practice, removing suitable branch growth to reduce the crown by approximately 2 - 2.5m. The works are intended to manage the tree's size and spread, improve clearance from the surrounding property, and maintain an appropriate relationship between the tree and its surroundings. The tree will remain healthy, structurally balanced and aesthetically pleasing following the works. All pruning will be carried out by a suitably qualified arborist and in accordance with BS 3998:2010, with cuts kept to appropriate branch unions and no unnecessary damage to the tree.
Erection of 9no free-standing walls with heritage tiles, infill panels with associated artwork and 2no totem signs with digital screens.
Back Garden T1 - Sycamore Fell as close to ground level as possible. Apply systemic herbicide to stump to prevent re-growth. A self-set Sycamore situated in the rear garden. The tree has outgrown its location and is causing structural damage to the retaining wall in the basement of Uden Estate Agents which now needs to be repaired. In order for the repair to take place, the tree must be removed to facilitate these works.
Application for Approval of Details reserved by Condition 3 (Materials Samples) of application BH2026/01009.
Replacement windows and ventilation duct covers.
Erection of a single-storey outbuilding in the rear garden.
Replacement windows and ventilation duct covers.
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 (control of fumes, odour and grease), 4 (plant and machinery noise level), 5 (extraction system noise mitigation) and 9 (refuse and recycling scheme) of application BH2026/00277.
The erection of a single story Roof Garden Room within the cartilage of the dwelling house and ancillary to it.
elm reduce entire canopy by 1m aim is to maintain reasonable size of tree
Application to vary condition 3 of planning permission BH2026/00405 to amend the wording of condition 3 to read as follows 'The annexe hereby approved may be occupied as a separate and self-contained residential unit by a single tenant on a normal residential tenancy basis and/or a holiday let or short-term accommodation'.
ALL WORK TO BE COMPLETED AFTER THE END OF ELM SEASON (AFTER OCTOBER) As Per Tree Location Plan T27 - Elm Pollard tree at 2 metres from the main stem. As Per Tree Location Plan T008 - Elm Re-pollard to previous high pollard points. ALL WORK IS BEING CARRIED OUT AS RECOMMENDED BY AN ARBORICULTURAL REPORT
Extension of existing ground-floor bedsit into the lower ground floor to form a two-bedroom maisonette, including removal of the lower-ground-floor outbuilding and external fire escape and landing, enlargement of the southern lightwell, installation of a window and glazed doors to the north elevation, and installation of solar panels to the east and west roof slopes.
elm - dismantle in sections to just above ground level complaints from neighbours of tree size and shading and damage to wall
fig - reduce by 1m variegated mytal ? species (side passage) - dismantle in sections to just above ground level tree is pushing on wall and heavily shading area purple leaf plum - reduce by 1m viburnum - remove growth over patio and reduce height of remaining
Incorporation of two adjoining single storey units to form additional sales area, infill to rear open yard to form additional sales area, adjacent units sprayed to match existing Co-op shopfront, removal of external goods lift and installation of spiral escape stairs and new lay-in grid for trolley/cage storage with protection rail.
Non-material amendment to application BH2026/00577 to amend the size of the proposed outbuilding and change the roof to a flat roof.
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed roof alterations/extensions including hip to gable extension, rear dormer and front rooflights.
Change of use of existing first floor office space (Class Use E) to 4 no. residential flats (C3). Installation of new north elevation windows and new doors to courtyard/terraces.
T1 Elm, reduce top crown down by 3 meters Reasons ?This tree has become very exposed as the trees adjacent to it have fallen or been removed T2 Lime - reduce top down by 3 meters T3 Elm - reduce top by 2.5 meters and reshape Reasons.. this tree is exposed by the removal of 3 elm trees infected by Dutch elm disease Client has already had to replace a flint wall due to a tall tree falling over several years ago and is concerned not to have to repair a wall again, T2 and T3 lean over the neighbours garages on Springfield Road.
Internal alterations to facilitate the conversion of existing first floor commercial space (E) to form 3no residential flats (C3).
Conversion of existing first floor commercial space (E) to form 3no residential flats (C3).
Prior approval for change of use of shop (Class E) to 2no flats (Class C3).
Display of a temporary building image scaffold shroud screen incorporating an advertisement area for a period of 12 months, comprising of an advertising area measuring 20 metres wide by 8 metre high inset within a 1:1 replica image of the building facade.
Prior approval for the erection of a single storey rear extension, which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.00m, for which the maximum height would be 3.50m, and for which the height of the eaves would be 2.80m.
New Extension to Enclose Existing Timber Deck.
Application to vary condition 3 of planning permission BH2022/01312 to omit the words and shall at no time be occupied as a separate unit of accommodation.
Installation of a new kitchen ventilation system with an external extraction duct to the side.
Prior approval for change of use of from office (E) to 1no residential studio (C3).
Proposed part singles storey part two storey extensions in connection with remodelling of existing dwelling
Erection of single storey outbuilding to north of dwelling for use as home gym.
Shopfront alterations to accommodate the subdivision of retail units.
Demolition of part ground floor of existing dwelling and erection of adjoining two storey dwellinghouse (C3).
Prior approval for the erection of a single storey rear extension, which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.0m, for which the maximum height would be 3.30m, and for which the height of the eaves would be 2.60m.
Sycamore whole crown reductions carried out on T1 and T2 by approximately 2-2.5m as we had previously carried out early 2022. The trees are growing in a limited area making it important for regular maintenance to prevent future damage.
Conversion of basement storage area (Sui Generis) to one bedroom, one person flat (C3) with alterations to fenestration (Amendments to scheme approved under BH2025/02326)
Medium sized Silver Birch in rear garden requires 1.5m crown reduction, thinning and shaping especially to overhang of neighbouring properties
T1- Leyland cypress cypress a site inspection revealed recent branch failure due to tight forks. There are numerous other tight forks throughout lower crown. All neighbours are supportive of a crown reduction Reduce in height by approx 3-5m. Prune back radial crown all around by approx 2-3m. to attain a canopy approx half its current size. Remove broken branches
Erection of single storey rear extension.