How long do planning decisions take near Coolham?

The average planning decision time near Coolham is 86 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Coolham?

The planning approval rate near Coolham is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coolham?

The most common type of planning application near Coolham is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Coolham?

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Coolham, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coolham, West Sussex.

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About Coolham

Coolham is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Shipley in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England. Situated at the junction of the A272 and B2139 roads, it lies 2.8 miles southeast of Billingshurst, making it a strategic point for potential planning applications in the area.

District: Shipley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £440,418 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Horsham
Parliamentary constituency: Horsham
LSOA: Horsham 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Coolham.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Coolham.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Coolham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Coolham.

- The Chapel Holiday Let Old House Manor Estate Cowfold Road Coolham West Sussex RH13 8QL
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Conditions 2, 3 and 5 to approved application DC/25/1279
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Barn To The East of Coolham Road Coolham Road Coolham West Sussex RH13 8QD
Prior Notification for Change of Use of an Agricultural Building with associated operational development to 2no dwellinghouses (C3 Use Class).
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Horsham | Date: 2024-11-20
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- The Old Dairy Cowfold Road Coolham Horsham West Sussex RH13 8QJ
Application under Regulation 77 of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 in respect of Prior Approval consent DC/24/1053
Status: Permitted | Council: Horsham | Date: 2024-10-02
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A brief summary of Coolham in West Sussex

Property prices in Coolham show an average sale price of £440,418, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Coolham a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Coolham includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Coolham

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Coolham. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Coolham.

The average decision period of 86 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Coolham were listed building and heritage (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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