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Planning in Liss

Approved
87%
55 of 57 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Liss in the last 24 months, from East Hampshire District Council's planning register.

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About Liss

Liss is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the East Hampshire district, just 3.3 miles northeast of Petersfield along the A3 road, near the West Sussex border. Spanning 3,567 acres of semi-rural countryside within the South Downs National Park, Liss features a charming blend of historic and modern elements, divided by the River Rother. The village is served by Liss railway station on the Portsmouth Direct line, with suburban development extending towards Liss Forest, making it a notable area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,347 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hampshire district.

Liss sits at an elevation of 15 metres above sea level. 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 Liss show an average sale price of £574,997, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Liss 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 Liss a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Liss has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Liss 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 Liss, 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, 107 planning applications were submitted near Liss. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (31), telecoms (14), tree works (13). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Liss?
In the last 24 months, 107 planning applications were submitted near Liss. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Liss?
The average planning decision time near Liss is 75 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 Liss?
The planning approval rate near Liss is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Liss?
The most common type of planning application near Liss is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Liss?
You can search and track planning applications near Liss on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.