Rackham, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Rackham, West Sussex.
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Planning applications in Rackham are administered by Horsham District Council. View the full Horsham District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Rackham
Parham is a civil parish located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England, primarily known for its expansive Parham Park, which was established after the village was largely dismantled in the early 19th century. The parish features a mix of agricultural land and smaller settlements, positioned approximately 3 miles south of Pulborough along the A283 road, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications related to rural development and conservation.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Horsham
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Horsham 013A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Rackham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rackham.
- 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 Rackham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
67 planning applications found near Rackham.
- - Wildview House Rackham Road Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NR
Extension to existing studio to form holiday let
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-08-20
View full details - - Wildview House Rackham Road Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NR
Single storey side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-08-15
View full details - - Land at Rackham Road Cross Gate Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NS
Proposed Compact Substation Enclosure
Status: Rejected | Type: Telecoms | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-09-22
View full details - - 7 Crossgates Rackham Road Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NS
Erection of porch to front elevation. Erection of a single storey rear extension and dormer extension to first floor rear elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-07-31
View full details - - Crossgates Rackham Road Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NS
The installation of a GRP substation enclosure with dimensions of 3m x 3m x 2.4m
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-03-21
View full details - - Crossgates Rackham Road Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NS
Remove pole mounted transformer and stay wire from pole 562248
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Other | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-03-20
View full details - - 2 Crossgates, Frithwood Cottage Rackham Road Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NS
Erection of dormer window to rear elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2022-06-13
View full details - - 13 Crossgates Rackham Road Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NS
Erection of a single storey garden office at the end of the rear garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2022-05-05
View full details - - The Mile House Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NR
Approval of details reserved by condition 3, 5 and 13 on application SDNP/20/04446/CND.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2021-10-19
View full details - - The Mile House Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NR
Erection of an external store with electric vehicle charging points
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2021-10-11
View full details - - The Rook Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NT
Construction of a cabin/outbuilding.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2021-09-16
View full details - - Crossgate House Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NT
Internal reconfiguration to provide a new kitchen/dining room, downstairs WC, utility room and ensuite to master bedroom on first floor and second bedroom on ground floor. Installation of full height
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2020-11-27
View full details - - The Mile House Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NR
Variation of Condition 7 to previously approved application SDNP/20/01671/FUL (Demolition of existing dwelling, garage and outbuildings and erection of dwelling, with revised access, and hard and soft
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2020-10-14
View full details - - The Mile House Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NR
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 on SDNP/20/01671/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2020-08-24
View full details - - The Mile House Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NR
Demolition of existing dwelling, garage and outbuildings and erection of dwelling, with revised access, and hard and soft landscaping
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2020-04-24
View full details - - Crossgate House Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NT
Demolition of existing single storey extension to west of main house, porch and rear single storey lean-to, and construction of two storey extension together with replacement roof to double garage, ne
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2020-01-29
View full details - - The Mile House Rackham Road Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NR
Demolition of an existing dwelling, garage, home office and garden building and erection of replacement dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2019-12-18
View full details - - River Plane House Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NT
Enlargement of two windows on front elevation. Insertion of two new doors to rear elevation. Insertion of new external wall/roof to under croft to the rear elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2019-04-30
View full details - - Sky Barn Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NR
Erection of a single storey front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2019-02-25
View full details - - White Oaks Rackham Road Amberley BN18 9NT
Variation of Condition 1 to previously approved application SDNP/17/00345/HOUS (Demolition of existing converted garage and erection of a two-storey side extension, and reconfiguration of existing hou
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2018-03-27
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A brief summary of Rackham in West Sussex
Parham is a civil parish located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England, primarily known for its expansive Parham Park, which was established after the village was largely dismantled in the early 19th century. The parish features a mix of agricultural land and smaller settlements, positioned approximately 3 miles south of Pulborough along the A283 road, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications related to rural development and conservation.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Rackham a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Rackham includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Parham Park SSSI, Amberley Wild Brooks SSSI, Amberley Mount to Sullington Hill SSSI; 12 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Arun Valley; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Arun Valley; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Arun Valley; 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, Rackham 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 Rackham
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Rackham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 123 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rackham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 123 days, decisions near Rackham take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Rackham were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 71% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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