How long do planning decisions take near West Stoke?

The average planning decision time near West Stoke is 104 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 Stoke?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near West Stoke?

The most common type of planning application near West Stoke is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near West Stoke?

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West Stoke, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near West Stoke, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in West Stoke are administered by Chichester District Council. View the full Chichester District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About West Stoke

Funtington is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in the Chichester district of West Sussex, approximately 4.5 miles west of Chichester along the B2146 Road. The parish encompasses the nearby villages of East and West Ashling, West Stoke, and is bordered to the north by the Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve. The village features a farm produce shop and a local pub, while educational needs are served by Funtington Primary School located in West Ashling. This charming area presents various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in relation to rural development and conservation.

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Area Information

Admin district: Chichester
Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
LSOA: Chichester 009E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near West Stoke.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Stoke.

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 West Stoke based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near West Stoke.

- The Rectory Coach House Downs Road West Stoke Funtington West Sussex PO18 9BP
Discharge of conditions 4, 6 and 11 to planning permission SDNP/24/05038/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-04-14
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- West Stoke Farm House Downs Road West Stoke Funtington West Sussex PO18 9BQ
Change use of existing garage to games room. Proposed porch to main house. Relocation of access to the existing games room. Proposed extension of outbuilding to form gym.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of West Stoke in West Sussex

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

West Stoke has one conservation area within its boundaries: East Ashling. 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 West Stoke includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kingley Vale SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Kingley Vale; 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 West Stoke

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near West Stoke. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 104 days.

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

With an average of 104 days, decisions near West Stoke take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near West Stoke were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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