How long do planning decisions take near Lower Fittleworth?

The average planning decision time near Lower Fittleworth is 49 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 Lower Fittleworth?

The planning approval rate near Lower Fittleworth is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Fittleworth?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lower Fittleworth?

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Lower Fittleworth, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Fittleworth, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Lower Fittleworth are administered by Horsham District Council. View the full Horsham District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Horsham
Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
LSOA: Horsham 015A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Fittleworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Lower Fittleworth.

- Holly Grove House Hesworth Common Lane Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1EW
Consultation on Environmental Permit application - EPR/XP3921LZ - Holly Grove House
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-11-25
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- The Swan Inn Lower Street Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1EL
Demolition of modern extension to stables, metal fire escape and construction of single storey rear extension, internal alterations, insertion of dormer in rear roof plane and external alterations. pa
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-02-03
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- The Swan Inn Lower Street Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1EL
Demolition of modern extension to stables, metal fire escape and construction of single storey rear extension, internal alterations, insertion of dormer in rear roof plane and external alterations. (V
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-07-12
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- The Swan Inn Lower Street Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1EL
Strengthening works to north end of the stables.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-04-25
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A brief summary of Lower Fittleworth in West Sussex

Lower Fittleworth is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

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

Lower Fittleworth has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Coates, Fittleworth. 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 Lower Fittleworth includes 16 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.

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Planning Activity in Lower Fittleworth

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Lower Fittleworth. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 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 Lower Fittleworth.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lower Fittleworth were full planning applications (5), tree works (5), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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