Smithbrook, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Smithbrook, West Sussex.
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Planning applications in Smithbrook are administered by Chichester District Council. View the full Chichester District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Smithbrook
Lodsworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, positioned between Midhurst and Petworth, just half a mile north of the A272 road. Nestled within the South Downs National Park, it is situated near the picturesque River Rother, with the tributary River Lod flowing close to the eastern edge of the village. This scenic location offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting the area's natural beauty and historical significance.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Chichester
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Chichester 005E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Smithbrook.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Smithbrook.
- 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 Smithbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Smithbrook.
- - Lodsworth Stables and Coach House Block Gills Lane Lodsworth West Sussex GU28 9BW
Height reduce to previous pruning, width reduce on northern sector to previous pruning points on 1 no. Beech tree (quoted as 02) within Area, A1, subject to 02/00610/TPO.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - Upaloft The Street Lodsworth West Sussex GU28 9DA
Replacement of windows and doors, replacement roof light, new front porch and conversion of garage to provide ancillary accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - Valley View School Lane Lodsworth West Sussex GU28 9DH
Front porch extension, ground floor rear extension with raised flagstone patio, change of loft space to habitable accommodation with 2 no. rear dormer extensions.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-09-01
View full details - - Lodsworth Cottage The Street Lodsworth Petworth West Sussex GU28 9BZ
Notification of intention to reduce heights and widths by 1.5m (all round) on 1 no Mulberry tree (T1) and 1 no. Apple tree (T2). Crown reduce by 40% on 1 no. Indian Bean tree (T3) and reducing 5 no. l
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-01-30
View full details - - Old Orchard School Lane Lodsworth Petworth West Sussex GU28 9DQ
Crown reduce (back to previous pruning points) on 2 no. Beech trees (T1 & T2) subject to LD/00/00608/TPO.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-01-30
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A brief summary of Smithbrook in West Sussex
Lodsworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, positioned between Midhurst and Petworth, just half a mile north of the A272 road. Nestled within the South Downs National Park, it is situated near the picturesque River Rother, with the tributary River Lod flowing close to the eastern edge of the village. This scenic location offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting the area's natural beauty and historical significance.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Smithbrook a particularly low-crime area.
Smithbrook has one conservation area within its boundaries: Lodsworth. 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 Smithbrook includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Northpark Copse to Snapelands Copse SSSI; 20 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, Smithbrook 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 Smithbrook
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Smithbrook. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Smithbrook may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
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 Smithbrook were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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