Windows & doors in Hastings: Planning Permission Guide

A guide to replacing windows and doors in Hastings — when you need planning permission and typical costs.

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Windows & doorss in Hastings at a glance

95%

approved

£548

application fee

8

weeks typical

Based on 40 decided applications in Hastings over 12 months (38 granted, 2 refused).

Hastings has 18 conservation areas affecting external alterations in those zones. 570 listed buildings recorded.

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Recent windows & doors decisions in Hastings

The 5 most recent decided applications. Addresses redacted to postcode area.

Refused

Discharge of conditions: 5 (window and door details) and 11 (over-stair ramp details) of Planning Permission HS/FA/25/00094

TN342026-05-21
Granted

Installation of window to front elevation

TN382026-05-20
Granted

Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of Planning Permission HS/FA/24/00257 - Amendments to external window and door arrangements

TN372026-05-11
Granted

Internal and external refurbishment and restoration works including the reinstatement of a chimney stack, reinstatement of fireplaces, in…

TN342026-04-29
Granted

Discharge of conditions: 3 (photographic evidence of stopped up vehicular access) and 10 (window and ventilation details) of Planning Per…

TN372026-04-28

These are borough-wide. See the 5 nearest to your address.

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Permitted Development Rules

Replacing or adding windows/doors may need planning permission in conservation areas or for listed buildings.

Replacing windows and doors like-for-like generally doesn't need planning permission. However, in conservation areas or listed buildings, changes to the appearance of windows and doors may require consent.

Typical Costs in South East England

Window and door costs depend on the number of openings, material choice, and style.

Windows & doorsSouth East England

Typical total

£2,900£13,500

Typically includes

Windows/doorsInstallationMaking good

Typically excludes

Planning application feeBuilding regs fee

Highly variable depending on number of windows, material (UPVC vs timber vs aluminium), and style. Per-window costs typically £450–£1,400.

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Which Professionals Do You Need?

Window replacements rarely need professional services. Suppliers typically handle measurement, manufacture, and installation.

This project is unlikely to need specialist professional services beyond a competent builder.

Architect / designerNot needed

This type of project does not typically require architectural services.

Structural engineerNot needed
Party wall surveyorNot needed
Planning consultantNot needed

This guidance is based on a typical semi-detached house with no special constraints. Listed buildings, conservation areas, and attached properties may require additional professional input.

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Conservation Areas & Listed Buildings

In conservation areas, changing window materials (e.g. timber to UPVC) or styles may need planning permission. Listed buildings always need Listed Building Consent for any window or door changes.

Conservation areas

Properties in conservation areas often have reduced permitted development rights. Some project types (like side extensions) lose PD rights entirely. An Article 4 Direction can remove additional PD rights.

Listed buildings

Listed buildings (Grade I, II*, or II) have no permitted development rights at all. Any external alteration requires Listed Building Consent in addition to any planning permission. An architect experienced in heritage work is essential.

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