Bentley Cottage Wickham Hill Hurstpierpoint Hassocks West Sussex BN6 9NP

Pending Consideration DM/26/0311
Council
Date received
6 Feb 2026
Date validated
16 Feb 2026
Postcode
BN6 9NP

Description

Demolish existing building to rear. Proposed erection of a two storey rear extension. Alterations to South elevation. Decking to rear elevation with steps down to garden level and high privacy screen. Replacing window to existing kitchen with French doors and glass handrail. Addition of a log burner and flue.

5.1/10
Planning Authority Score
#137 of 282

Mid Sussex ranks #133 out of 282 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (93%) than the national average (90%).

Mid Sussex decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
91%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #99 of 282
93%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #128 of 282
73%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #133 of 282
42%
Extended time limit
Above avg (40%) #159 of 282
79%
Minor dwellings approved
100 decided (1-9 homes)
88%
Major dwellings approved
26 decided (10+ homes)
86%
Change of use approved
29 decided
1,104
Total decisions
97 refused in 2025