This guide explains planning permission rules affecting agricultural building developments in Hastings.
Most householder development follows national permitted development rules unless local restrictions apply.
are protected if they are over 75mm diameter, measured 1.5 meters above ground level. Trees not already included in a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) may only be pruned or felled after the Council has been given six weeks written notice of the proposed work. This allows the Council to assess the tree's amenity value and to make a TPO if necessary.
Extensions must comply with national permitted development depth limits.
Development near boundaries must follow national permitted development rules.
(You will need to provide proof of satisfactory insurance before your event is given permission)
Will you be using any chemicals, fuels or other dangerous equipment or materials? Yes
Additional planning restrictions may apply in conservation areas.
Listed building consent is required for works affecting listed buildings.
Last verified 2026-01
UK permitted development legislation allows many agricultural building projects without planning permission provided certain limits are followed.
However local planning authorities such as those covering Hastings may impose additional planning controls through conservation area policies or Article 4 directions.
Many agricultural building projects in Hastings may fall under permitted development rights if they remain within national planning limits.
are protected if they are over 75mm diameter, measured 1.5 meters above ground level. Trees not already included in a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) may only be pruned or felled after the Council has been given six weeks written notice of the proposed work. This allows the Council to assess the tree's amenity value and to make a TPO if necessary.
Development near boundaries must follow national permitted development rules.
Yes. Additional planning restrictions may apply in conservation areas or where Article 4 directions remove permitted development rights.
Planning applications for agricultural building projects in Hastings are handled by the local planning authority covering Hastings, East Sussex.
For official planning advice consult the council planning portal for your area or visit the UK Planning Portal.
This guide summarises planning rules affecting agricultural building developments in Hastings.
Planning regulations may change and additional local planning policies may apply. Always confirm planning requirements with your local planning authority before starting development.
Last updated March 2026