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Planning in Eastbourne

Approved
95%
36 of 38 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Eastbourne in the last 24 months, from Eastbourne Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Eastbourne Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Eastbourne

Postcode districts

BN21 92 applications in the last 12 monthsBN20 149 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Eastbourne Borough Council

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About Eastbourne

Eastbourne, a seaside resort in East Sussex, is located 19 miles east of Brighton and 54 miles south of London. This borough boasts picturesque landscapes, including the iconic Beachy Head, the highest chalk sea cliff in Great Britain, and is part of the Eastbourne Downland Estate. Its coastal charm and proximity to major cities make it a notable area for planning applications and development projects. The town has a population of approximately 101,547 (2014 estimate). It sits within the Eastbourne district.

Eastbourne sits at an elevation of 22 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 44.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Eastbourne show an average sale price of £344,066, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Eastbourne has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eastbourne planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.eastbourne.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Eastbourne, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Eastbourne. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (5), tree works (3).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eastbourne?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Eastbourne. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Eastbourne?
The average planning decision time near Eastbourne is 46 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 Eastbourne?
The planning approval rate near Eastbourne is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Eastbourne?
The most common type of planning application near Eastbourne is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Eastbourne?
You can search and track planning applications near Eastbourne on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.