Brighton and Hove is a vibrant coastal city with a rich heritage of Regency architecture and cultural landmarks. Key areas include Kemptown, Hove, and the seafront, with notable conservation areas. The planning context is primarily urban and sensitive to historic preservation. We can help secure Planning Permission for conversions, extensions, and bespoke projects.
In the last year Brighton and Hove decided 1,710 applications which is well above the national average of 988. The approval rate was 89% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 55% of applications were decided on time, (slightly below the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Brighton and Hove performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs), often referred to as National Landscapes, are protected for their remarkable natural and scenic value. Any development proposals here are closely evaluated, with a strong presumption against works that could harm the landscape.
Brighton and Hove is partially within the South Downs AONB. Development is restricted to protect scenic and environmental qualities.
In our experience, one of the top reasons proposals in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are refused is causing landscape harm or visual intrusion, a risk that often arises when applications are not fully informed. We help minimise the likelihood of refusal with expert, guidance; contact us here.
In addition to acting as Planing Conultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. Our planning proposals are creatively tailored to each site to maximise potential and improve planning outcomes. We use the following tried and tested process to guide clients in Brighton and Hove through planning to completion:
We can review your site in Brighton and Hove and offer informed guidance on how proposals can be developed in order to maximise your chances of securing Planning Permission.
Brighton and Hove is a vibrant coastal city with a rich heritage of Regency architecture and cultural landmarks. Key areas include Kemptown, Hove, and the seafront, with notable conservation areas. The planning context is primarily urban and sensitive to historic preservation. We can help secure Planning Permission for conversions, extensions, and bespoke projects.
In the last year Brighton and Hove decided 1,710 applications which is well above the national average of 988. The approval rate was 89% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 55% of applications were decided on time, (slightly below the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Brighton and Hove performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs), often referred to as National Landscapes, are protected for their remarkable natural and scenic value. Any development proposals here are closely evaluated, with a strong presumption against works that could harm the landscape.
Brighton and Hove is partially within the South Downs AONB. Development is restricted to protect scenic and environmental qualities.
In our experience, one of the top reasons proposals in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are refused is causing landscape harm or visual intrusion, a risk that often arises when applications are not fully informed. We help minimise the likelihood of refusal with expert, guidance; contact us here.
In addition to acting as Planing Conultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. Our planning proposals are creatively tailored to each site to maximise potential and improve planning outcomes. We use the following tried and tested process to guide clients in Brighton and Hove through planning to completion:
We can review your site in Brighton and Hove and offer informed guidance on how proposals can be developed in order to maximise your chances of securing Planning Permission.
