Lewes planning news
Lewes planning news, newest first: applications, appeals and committee decisions, each story linked back to the council file.
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Lewes District Local Plan Paused After Government Changes
Lewes District Council has paused its new Local Plan, which proposed 15,004 homes over 22 years, and started protective legal action over the Peacehaven move.
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Lewes
Lewes Flood Report: Only Flood-Adaptable Homes on Floodplain
Seven actions from the Lewes floods report, led by only flood-adaptable building on a floodplain where 1,380+ homes are built or approved since 2000.
Planning
Lewes Lidl: Second Brooks Road Bid In, Comments Close 26 Oct
Lidl's second Brooks Road application is with the National Park, and comments close 26 October. Noise officers have already objected over deliveries.
Council
Lewes Council to Hold £2.39m Developer Cash for A259
Councillors see the plan on 17 September: £2,389,096 of the district's £3.09m strategic developer pot held back to unlock 85% government funding for the A259.
Planning
3,000 Homes at Plumpton: How to Have Your Say in September
Eton College's North Barnes Farm near Plumpton is promoted for 3,000 homes, with the application timed for December 2026. What is proposed and who objects.
Planning
Lewes Lidl: Redesigned Brooks Road Store Out for Comment
Lidl's Brooks Road store in Lewes was refused in December 2025 on three grounds. What the redesign changes, the section 106 asks, and the 2027 decision.