Search Harbour Heights planning applications

11 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Harbour Heights · updated daily · Lewes District Council

Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 12 months

13 Northdown Road Newhaven East Sussex BN9 9JBRefusedPrior Notification under The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended) - Schedule 2, Part 1, Class A for a single-storey rear extension to measure 4.27m total length, 2.87m eaves height and 2.87m total heightReceived 9 Oct 2026Decided 10 Nov 2026LW/26/0519
Newhaven Downs House Church Hill Newhaven East Sussex BN9 9HHApprovedReplacement of existing doors and windowsReceived 8 Oct 2026Decided 23 Oct 2026LW/26/0449
36 Second Avenue Newhaven East Sussex BN9 9HNAwaiting decisionT1 - Beech - Prune branches back from property by 3 to 4 m - To clear propertyT2 - Sycamore - Crown raise low canopy by 4 m - To clear garageReceived 5 Oct 2026TW/26/0090/TCA
Piddinghoe Reservoir Links Avenue Peacehaven East SussexAwaiting decisionPlanned South East Water engineering works - Piddinghoe Service Reservoir maintenance worksReceived 21 Aug 2026SDNP/26/03432/SUPD
21 Second Avenue Newhaven East Sussex BN9 9HPApprovedErection of single storey detached outbuilding at the rear garden, addition of 1no. rear dormer, 3no. rooflights to front of the main building and replacement of existing hipped roof with gableReceived 13 Jul 2026LW/26/0365

Planning in Harbour Heights

Approved: 88%; 15 of 17 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Harbour Heights in the last 24 months, from Lewes District Council's planning register.

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Around Harbour Heights

Postcode districts

BN9 53 applications in the last 12 monthsBN10 86 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Lewes District Council

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About Harbour Heights

Harbour Heights is a settlement located in East Sussex, England.

Property prices in Harbour Heights show an average sale price of £324,579, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harbour Heights 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 Harbour Heights a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Harbour Heights has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Harbour Heights 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Harbour Heights, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Harbour Heights. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (2), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harbour Heights?

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Harbour Heights. The approval rate is 88%.

How long do planning decisions take near Harbour Heights?

The average planning decision time near Harbour Heights is 54 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 Harbour Heights?

The planning approval rate near Harbour Heights is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Harbour Heights?

The most common type of planning application near Harbour Heights is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Harbour Heights?

You can search and track planning applications near Harbour Heights on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.