A coordinated “call for sites” has been launched by Hastings Borough Council, Rother District Council, Eastbourne Borough Council, Lewes District Council, Wealden District Council and the South Downs National Park Authority. The aim is to identify land that could provide permanent Gypsy and...
An appeal against the refusal of an outline planning application for 270 houses in the Green Belt around Smallfield has been allowed, after the Inspector concluded that Smallfield is a village and not a large built up area - this could have a considerable impact on future development proposals...
Mid Sussex District Council has launched a legal challenge against the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government following concerns raised by the Planning Inspectorate over the soundness of its emerging District Plan.
The Plan, which is intended to guide development in Mid...
We’re pleased to share that planning permission has been secured for the replacement of equestrian buildings with a new dwelling in the Green Belt, within Tandridge District.
Our client came to us to explore the development potential of a stable yard to the rear of their home. Following our...
The future of Lewes District is being shaped right now, and your input could make all the difference. Lewes District and Eastbourne Borough Councils are currently running a consultation on the emerging Local Plan, titled ‘Defining our policies and early site allocation proposals’. This...
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