Search Hamsey planning applications
7 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Hamsey · updated daily · Lewes District Council
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Hamsey Place Cottages Whitfeld Lane Hamsey East SussexAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions 5 (Landscaping), 6 (Ecosystem Services) and 7 (Stained Glass Window) for SDNP/26/01293/FUL.Received 23 Oct 2026SDNP/26/04103/DCOND
- Hamsey Place Cottages Whitfeld Lane Hamsey East Sussex BN8 5TBAwaiting decisionInternal and external alterations to numbers 1 and 2 Hamsey Place Cottages to amalgamate both cottages into one dwellinghouseFull ApplicationReceived 2 Apr 2026SDNP/26/01293/FUL
- Hamsey Place Old Church Lane Hamsey East Sussex BN8 5TBAwaiting decisionErection of garden studioHouseholderReceived 10 Mar 2026SDNP/26/00969/HOUS
- Bretts Farm Whitfeld Lane Hamsey East Sussex BN8 5TDAwaiting decisionNon-Material Amendment to Planning Approval SDNP/25/01793/FUL to include replacement of roller door and concrete ramp on west side with 3no windows, installation of solar panels to north end roof and installation of a door on next to roller doorNon Material AmendmentReceived 6 Feb 2026SDNP/26/00486/NMA
- 2 Hamsey Place Cottages Whitfeld Lane Hamsey East Sussex BN8 5TBApprovedAmalgamation of 2no. dwellinghouses (Class C3) into 1no. dwellinghouse (Class C3)Received 12 Nov 2025Decided 29 Jan 2026SDNP/25/04560/LDP
Planning in Hamsey
Only 1 decision near Hamsey in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hamsey in the last 24 months, from Lewes District Council's planning register.
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BN8 334 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Lewes District Council
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About Hamsey
Hamsey is a charming village and civil parish located in the Lewes district of East Sussex, encompassing the villages of Offham and Cooksbridge, which are the primary population centres. The area is characterized by its picturesque landscapes, featuring expansive fields, quaint cottages, and historic farms, all connected by winding lanes that offer scenic views of the South Downs. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 632, making it a small yet vibrant community that may present various opportunities for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 737 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Lewes district.
Hamsey covers an area of approximately 11.4 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 Hamsey show an average sale price of £500,182, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hamsey area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Hamsey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Hamsey has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hamsey 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.hamsey.net/.
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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hamsey, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Hamsey.
The most common types were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).