Search Friston planning applications

22 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Friston · updated daily · Eastbourne Borough Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 22 · received or decided in the last 12 months

8 The Outlook Friston East Sussex BN20 0ARAwaiting decisionT1 Conifer - Reduce crown by 50% to reduce the windsail of the tree. T2 Sycamore - Reduce crown by 50% to reduce the windsail of the tree. T3 Sycamore - Reduce crown by 50% to reduce the windsail of the tree.Received 8 Oct 2026SDNP/26/03896/TPO
Yescombe Went Way East Dean East Sussex BN20 0DBAwaiting decisionChange to condition 11 (External Lighting) for SDNP/25/00018/HOUS.Received 17 Sep 2026SDNP/26/03610/CND
Yescombe Went Way East Dean East Sussex BN20 0DBAwaiting decisionChange to condition 5 (External Lighting) for SDNP/25/01427/HOUSReceived 17 Sep 2026SDNP/26/03612/CND
27 The Ridgeway Friston East Sussex BN20 0EUApprovedG1 Leylandii - Reduce by approximately 12 feet to be in line with the rest of the group that they are in. T4 blue spruce tree - Remove the two lowest limbs and any low dead branches. Remove the dead wood for safety reasons and to remove the lower arms.TreesReceived 19 Jun 2026Decided 12 Aug 2026SDNP/26/02426/TPO
25 The Ridgeway Friston East Sussex BN20 0EUApprovedT3 - Holm Oak - Reduce height up to 4m, sides up to 2m; T25 - western red Cedar - Reduced 3m in height; T10 - Corsican Pine - Thin (20%) and reduce height where possible by 2m; T17 - Western Red Cedar - Reduced in height by 4mTreesReceived 2 Jun 2026Decided 28 Jul 2026SDNP/26/02152/TPO

Planning in Friston

Approved: 94%; 17 of 17 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Friston

Postcode districts

BN20 149 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Eastbourne Borough Council

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About Friston

Friston, part of the civil parish of East Dean and Friston in East Sussex, lies in a picturesque dry valley on the South Downs, nestled between Eastbourne and Seaford. The main A259 road connects both villages, providing access to the area. Much of the surrounding coastline and land is owned by the National Trust, effectively limiting development opportunities and preserving the natural landscape, making it an important consideration for any planning applications in the region. The parish was established on 1 April 1999, consolidating the former parishes of East Dean and Friston. It sits within the East Dean and Friston district.

Property prices in Friston show an average sale price of £259,721, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Friston has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Friston 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.

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In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Friston. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Friston?

In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Friston. The approval rate is 94%.

How long do planning decisions take near Friston?

The average planning decision time near Friston is 51 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 Friston?

The planning approval rate near Friston is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Friston?

The most common type of planning application near Friston is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Friston?

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