Architectural and facade lighting in West Sussex
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover West Sussex, including Crawley, Worthing and Bognor Regis.
Architectural and facade lighting work in West Sussex
Facade lighting in West Sussex works best when it picks out the architecture rather than flooding the whole elevation.
What's included
- Glare and light-spill control
- Landscape and path bollards
- Planning-friendly specifications where consent is needed
- Entrance canopy and signage lighting
Guide prices in West Sussex
Typical budgets for West Sussex, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £215 – £535 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £855 – £1,605 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £160 – £320 | per day |
| Commercial electrician | £320 – £535 | per day |
Example: 10 LED floodlights washing a building facade, about £2,150 – £5,350 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in West Sussex
Approved Document L (2021 edition, with 2023 amendments) asks for new general lighting to average at least 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt, or to use the LENI method. The 2026 edition raises this to more than 105 for work under it from 24 March 2027.
Towns we cover in West Sussex
- Crawley
- Worthing
- Bognor Regis
- Littlehampton
- Horsham
- Haywards Heath
- Chichester
- Burgess Hill
- East Grinstead
- Shoreham-by-Sea
- Emsworth
- Lancing
- Arundel
- Clayton
- Cuckfield Rural
- Felpham
- Funtington
- Henfield
- Midhurst
- Newtimber
- Rustington
- Sidlesham
- Southwater
- Steyning
- Storrington
- Tillington
- Wisborough Green
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for West Sussex
Which fire safety law applies in West Sussex?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
How are prices set in West Sussex?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
Do I need planning permission for facade lighting?
Sometimes, particularly in conservation areas or where lighting is prominent. Check with your local planning authority before installing.