Planning Applications in
Brighton & Hove
Brighton & Hove has a population of approximately 283870 and is part of the South East region. Search any postcode in Brighton & Hove to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.
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Planning Application Types in Brighton & Hove
Based on 1222 applications tracked between 2025-05-27 and 2026-10-28.
Full
39% of all applications
Unknown
15% of all applications
Householder
15% of all applications
Tree Works
10% of all applications
Certificate of Lawfulness
9% of all applications
Change of Use
4% of all applications
Brighton & Hove Planning Statistics
Data period: 2025-05-27 to 2026-10-28 · Updated 28 October 2026
What PlanWatch Is Tracking in Brighton & Hove
PlanWatch currently holds 1,222 Brighton & Hove planning records across 824 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2025-05-27 to 2026-10-28. The most common categories in this dataset are Full (472), Householder (179), Tree Works (127).
Use this page to start with a postcode search, then open the official council record for the decision notice, drawings, consultation deadline and any later conditions. That matters because a short application description rarely shows the details neighbours and buyers care about: side windows, roof forms, access, drainage, tree works, opening hours or amended plans.
Planning Battles in Brighton & Hove
Notable planning controversies and disputes that have shaped development in the Brighton & Hove area.
Brighton Gasworks Development
2025Proposed 495-home development on former gasworks site (derelict, contaminated). Council rejected in early 2025 citing cramped design and heritage impacts near Royal Pavilion. Housing Secretary overruled on appeal in September 2025, approving nine buildings up to 10 storeys. Local councillors frustrated at undermining local democracy.
Why this matters: Shows how brownfield development can still be controversial. Demonstrates Housing Secretary's power to override local decisions.
Hove Seafront Apartment Blocks
2024Plans to demolish four houses on Kingsway for four-storey apartment block refused in August 2024. Similar nine-storey block of 42 flats also rejected. Planners deemed designs 'unacceptable' for creating overly dominant structures in conservation area.
Why this matters: Shows strong local resistance to out-of-scale development even when housing is needed. Heritage and streetscape protection can override density targets.
Major Developments to Watch in Brighton & Hove
Large-scale projects and developments that are shaping the future of Brighton & Hove.
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What Makes Planning in Brighton & Hove Different
- City needs thousands more homes but protects UNESCO-adjacent heritage. 72% of population aged 16-64 (young demographic).
Population 283,870 (2024). Area 82.72 km². Density ~3,400/km². 14% aged 65+.
Key Areas in Brighton & Hove
Coastal city with acute housing shortage. Strong heritage protection (Regency architecture, UNESCO-context). Significant student population. National Override used to approve major developments.
Recent Planning Applications in Brighton & Hove
Latest applications submitted to Brighton & Hove council.
T1 Lime: Proposed work: Crown reduce by 2-3m to suitable growth points, to give clearance from the adjacent building. Balance the crown to keep a natural shape. Reason for work: General maintenance. The crown is growing close to the building, and reducing it will prevent contact damage. The tree is in a busy area, so it needs to be kept at a manageable size while keeping it looking tidy and attractive. T2 Beech: Proposed work: Crown reduce by 2-3m to suitable growth points, to give clearance from the overhead cables. Balance the crown to keep a natural shape. Reason for work: General maintenance. The crown is growing into or close to the overhead cables, and reducing it will lower the risk of damage and disruption. The tree is in a busy area, so it needs to be kept at a manageable size while keeping it looking tidy and attractive.
Hangleton Junior School Dale View Hove BN3 8LF
Prior approval for change of use at ground floor from commercial, business and service (E) to form 2no residential flats (C3).
36 - 38 Preston Road Brighton BN1 4QF
Erection of coffee kiosk.
Preston Park Hotel Preston Road Brighton BN1 6UU
Change of use from tattoo parlour (Sui Generis) to commercial, business and service (E).
3 - 4 Market Street Brighton BN1 1HH
Erection of single storey rear extension and roof alterations incorporating hip-to-gable roof extension with front rooflights, obscure-glazed side windows and rear dormer.
5 Meadway Crescent Hove BN3 7NJ
Official Planning Portal
View and search planning applications directly on the Brighton & Hove council website.
Visit Brighton & Hove planning portal →Objecting to a Planning Application in Brighton & Hove
Brighton & Hove Council can only weigh objections that raise a material planning consideration. Personal disputes, loss of a view and property value are not material and are set aside. These are the grounds that do count, with what Brighton & Hove's planning officers will expect you to evidence for each.
Then write the objection letter, or check what counts as a material consideration before you start. Objections normally have to reach Brighton & Hove Council inside the 21-day consultation window.
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Data Sources
- Planning application data: planning.data.gov.uk
- Brighton & Hove council planning portal — planningapps.brighton-hove.gov.uk
- Planning Inspectorate (PINS) appeal decisions
- Data last refreshed: 28 October 2026
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