Hastings in East Sussex includes Hastings town, St Leonards-on-Sea, and Ore. Known for its seaside heritage, fishing industry, and historic streets. Planning focuses on urban regeneration, sensitive conversions, and residential growth. We can advise and support projects across Hastings.
In the last year Hastings decided 339 applications which is well below the national average of 988. The approval rate was 90% (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 Hastings performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
In some areas of the LPA, flood risk plays a key role in determining planning proposals. Steep catchments draining to the coast mean that surface water and culverted watercourses are a significant flood risk, compounded by coastal exposure and a constrained built-up area. Where constraints permit, we can develop proposals that manage flood risk thoughtfully to give applications the best chance of approval.
Alongside acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. We use the following proven work stages to guide clients in Hastings through the planning process in order to maximise the potential of their development :
We collaborate closely with our clients to develop designs that respond to local character and align with Planning Policy, helping to maximise the likelihood of securing Planning Permission in Hastings.
Hastings in East Sussex includes Hastings town, St Leonards-on-Sea, and Ore. Known for its seaside heritage, fishing industry, and historic streets. Planning focuses on urban regeneration, sensitive conversions, and residential growth. We can advise and support projects across Hastings.
In the last year Hastings decided 339 applications which is well below the national average of 988. The approval rate was 90% (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 Hastings performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
In some areas of the LPA, flood risk plays a key role in determining planning proposals. Steep catchments draining to the coast mean that surface water and culverted watercourses are a significant flood risk, compounded by coastal exposure and a constrained built-up area. Where constraints permit, we can develop proposals that manage flood risk thoughtfully to give applications the best chance of approval.
Alongside acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. We use the following proven work stages to guide clients in Hastings through the planning process in order to maximise the potential of their development :
We collaborate closely with our clients to develop designs that respond to local character and align with Planning Policy, helping to maximise the likelihood of securing Planning Permission in Hastings.
