How long do planning decisions take near Milton Street?

The average planning decision time near Milton Street is 24 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 Milton Street?

The planning approval rate near Milton Street is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Milton Street?

The most common type of planning application near Milton Street is amendment applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Milton Street?

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Milton Street, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Milton Street, East Sussex.

East Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Milton Street are administered by Wealden District Council. View the full Wealden District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Milton Street

Thomas Milton Street Sr. was a notable American businessman and former Pennsylvania state senator from Philadelphia, recognized for his activism in challenging local vending and housing regulations. Initially starting as a hot dog vendor, he became prominent in advocating for the rights of vendors, making his legacy significant for those researching planning applications and urban development in East Sussex.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Lewes
LSOA: Wealden 019C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Milton Street.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Milton Street.

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 Milton Street based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Milton Street.

- South Burlough Milton Street Polegate East Sussex BN26 5RW
To strip existing tiles and battens, install new breather underlay and treated and graded battens fixed with galvanised nails to existing gauge. Re-fix existing clay peg tiles.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-12
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- Still Meadow Milton Street Polegate East Sussex BN26 5RW
Replacement and alteration of fenestration
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Downlands Milton Street Polegate East Sussex BN26 5RW
Single storey mono pitch roof log/bike/tool store and single storey pitch roof garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-05-28
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- Arlington Meadow Milton Street Polegate East Sussex BN26 5RP
Change of land use to provide a secondary vehicular access to the dwelling (retrospective), provision of a twin carport and associated works and landscaping.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-09-20
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- Merriville Milton Street Polegate East Sussex BN26 5RP
Detached garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-08-18
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A brief summary of Milton Street in East Sussex

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

Milton Street has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wilmington. 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 Milton Street includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Milton Gate Marsh SSSI, Wilmington Downs SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 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 Milton Street

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Milton Street. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 24 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Milton Street may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 24 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Milton Street were amendments (3), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

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