How long do planning decisions take near Funtington?

The average planning decision time near Funtington is 62 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 Funtington?

The planning approval rate near Funtington is 40%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Funtington?

The most common type of planning application near Funtington is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Funtington?

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Funtington, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Funtington, West Sussex.

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About Funtington

Funtington is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, approximately 4.5 miles west of Chichester along the B2146 road. The parish encompasses the nearby villages of East and West Ashling and West Stoke, and features the Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve to the north. The village centre includes a farm produce shop and a pub, while Funtington Primary School is situated in West Ashling, making it a focal point for local families. This vibrant community may present various planning opportunities amid its picturesque surroundings.

Population: 1,537 (2021) · Area: 20.0 km²

District: Chichester

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Area Information

Admin district: Chichester
Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
LSOA: Chichester 006F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Funtington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Funtington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Funtington.

- 6 Lynch Down Funtington West Sussex PO18 9LR
Single storey rear extension and detached garden building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-03
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- Potato Store 1 New Barn Farm Common Road Funtington West Sussex PO18 9DA
Change of use from vehicle repair workshop and store to motor vehicle repairs with MOT (Use Class B2).
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-05
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- The Walled Garden Common Road Funtington West Sussex PO18 9LJ
Notification of intention to reduce height by 2m, reduce widths by 1m and crown thin by 10% on 1 no. Pittosporum tree (T1), reduce height by 3.5m, reduce north sector by 1m, reduce south sector by 3m,
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 9 Church Lane Funtington West Sussex PO18 9LH
Alterations to fenestration and removal of west chimney stack. Addition of 2 no. roof lights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-04-18
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- Land North of The Annex Hallidays Watery Lane Funtington West Sussex PO18 9LF
Notification of intention to fell 1 no. Ash tree (T1) and 1 no. Sycamore tree (T2) and re-pollard down to previous pollard points at approx. 5-6m (above ground level) on 1 no. Sycamore tree (T3).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-04-29
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- Road Verge O/s The Medlars Common Road Funtington West Sussex PO18 9AF
Regulation 5 Notice under the Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and Restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) to install 1 no. 9m light wooden pole (WP1) (Ref: WF0G4K4G).Regulation 5 Notice
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-12-20
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A brief summary of Funtington in West Sussex

Funtington covers an area of approximately 20.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

Funtington has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Funtington, West Ashling. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Funtington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kingley Vale SSSI; 14 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Kingley Vale; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. 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 Funtington

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Funtington. Of these, 40% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 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 Funtington.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Funtington slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Funtington were full planning applications (5), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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