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Planning in West Chiltington

Approved
82%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Chiltington in the last 24 months, from Horsham District Council's planning register.

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About West Chiltington

West Chiltington is a village and civil parish located in the Horsham district of West Sussex, England. Situated 2.6 miles (4.2 km) north of Storrington along the Storrington to Broadford Bridge road, this picturesque area offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,416 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Horsham district.

West Chiltington covers an area of approximately 17.3 km². 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 West Chiltington show an average sale price of £527,439, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around West Chiltington has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Chiltington 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.wchilt-parishcouncil.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near West Chiltington, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near West Chiltington. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 91 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (4), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Chiltington?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near West Chiltington. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Chiltington?
The average planning decision time near West Chiltington is 91 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 West Chiltington?
The planning approval rate near West Chiltington is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Chiltington?
The most common type of planning application near West Chiltington is listed building consent applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Chiltington?
You can search and track planning applications near West Chiltington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.