Planning Committee

To deal with planning applications and other planning matters from across the district as set out in Part 3 of the Constitution.

Public Speaking at Planning and District Planning Committees: Those wishing to speak on items recommended for approval or refusal, including Ward Members, need to register with Democratic Services by emailing committees@midsussex.gov.uk by 1pm three working days prior to the meeting (i.e. by 1pm Monday for a meeting taking place on Thursday). Please indicate if you are intending to speak for or against the application. There are a limited number of speakers allowed for each item. Following registration, any members of the public with a right to speak will be briefed on how they make their contribution. Speakers must send a copy of their proposed remarks via email to: committees@midsussex.gov.uk by 10am on the day prior to the meeting.   During the meeting, when invited to do so by the Chairman, the speaker may make their statement orally to the committee.   Please note that public speakers are not permitted for any items being considered under the ‘Other Matters’ section of the agenda.   Observing a Planning Committee: All meetings continue to be livestreamed on the Council’s YouTube page.   Should you wish to attend to observe in-person, limited spaces are available in the public gallery. To attend any Council or Committee Meeting, you must reserve your place by 4pm on the working day prior to the meeting by completing this Registration Form.   Late Written Representations:  The latest time that written representations to members can be made prior to the meeting is 10.00am the working day before the meeting (i.e 10am Wednesday for a meeting taking place on Thursday of the same week). If received by this time, they will be acknowledged as written representations and placed on the public file.