Heath Common, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Heath Common, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Heath Common are administered by West Sussex County Council. View the full West Sussex County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Heath Common
Heath Common is a settlement located within the civil parish of Washington in West Sussex, England, situated 1.5 miles east of Storrington and 0.5 miles west of the A24. Established in the 1920s, the area initially developed when Vera Pragnell acquired 50 acres for a utopian commune called The Sanctuary. This historical background may be relevant for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities in the region.
District: West Sussex
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £580,310 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Horsham
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Horsham 013D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Heath Common.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Heath Common.
- 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 Heath Common based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Heath Common.
- - Little Fairseat Georges Lane Storrington West Sussex RH20 3JH
Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of a replacement dwelling, erection of a double bay garage, demolition of outbuildings, erection of new guest suite and associated landscaping works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - Land at 512000 114372 Rock Road Washington West Sussex
Construction of field access and entrance drive. Erection of post and rail fencing and planting of mixed deciduous hedging.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - Little Fairseat Georges Lane Storrington West Sussex RH20 3JH
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 4,5 AND 6 to approved application DC/25/1892
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - Barnards Nursery Rock Road Washington West Sussex
Permission in Principle for the demolition of existing structures/buildings and erection of 1no. dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - Silver Glen Georges Lane Storrington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 3JH
Overhead Line.
Status: Rejected | Type: Other | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Mulberry Cottage Sandy Lane Storrington West Sussex RH20 3JJ
Installation of solar panels to the flat roof of car barn, a battery backup system and the installation of an air source heat pump on the north elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - Barnards Nursery Rock Road Washington West Sussex
Permission in Principle for the demolition of existing structures / buildings and erection of up to 4no. dwellings.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-09-26
View full details - - Drifters Sandy Lane Storrington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 3JJ
Surgery to 1x Oak
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Horsham | Date: 2024-04-26
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A brief summary of Heath Common in West Sussex
Heath Common is a settlement located within the civil parish of Washington in West Sussex, England, situated 1.5 miles east of Storrington and 0.5 miles west of the A24. Established in the 1920s, the area initially developed when Vera Pragnell acquired 50 acres for a utopian commune called The Sanctuary. This historical background may be relevant for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities in the region. It sits within the West Sussex district.
Property prices in Heath Common show an average sale price of £580,310, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Heath Common a particularly low-crime area.
Heath Common has one conservation area within its boundaries: Washington. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Heath Common includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heath Common 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.
Planning Activity in Heath Common
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Heath Common. Of these, 58% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 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 Heath Common.
The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Heath Common were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.