Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club has submitted a planning application for a new medical facility at its Lancing training ground. The proposal, reported by SussexWorld this week, includes a medical centre with two two-bedroom flats above it at the Elite Football Performance Centre.
The club, currently 9th in the Premier League with 4 points from three games, is seeking permission from Adur District Council. The application, made by The Community Stadium Limited which owns the Amex Stadium, covers the building, parking, access, and landscaping on land between 36 and 38 Barfield Park. Planning consultant Daniel Frisby submitted the notice on behalf of DMH Stallard LLP.
What does the new facility include?
The proposed development would add a dedicated medical centre to the club's training complex in Lancing. The plans specify a two-storey structure with the medical facility on the ground floor and two residential flats above. The design includes new pedestrian access directly from the Elite Football Performance Centre, along with associated parking and landscaping works.
Brighton & Hove Albion described the centre's existing setup, stating, "the centre's world-class facilities are designed to support our teams and staff in achieving excellence in all aspects of football." The new medical wing would further this aim, providing specialised support for a squad currently dealing with several absences. Key players like Evan Ferguson, Kaoru Mitoma, and Mats Wieffer are among those currently sidelined, as listed on the club's injuries page.
How can the public have its say?
Local residents and interested parties have until September 14 to submit comments on the application. Any owner or tenant wishing to make representations should write to Adur District Council at Shoreham Centre, Pond Road, Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, BN43 5WU. The council will consider all feedback before making a decision on the planning permission.
This development push comes as Roberto De Zerbi's side prepares for its next Championship fixture away to Coventry on September 13. The Seagulls sit 5 points behind league leaders Manchester City after scoring 8 goals and conceding 5 in their opening matches. Their recent form reads DLW.
Where does this fit with the club's current season?
The investment in training infrastructure aligns with Brighton's ambitions on the pitch. The club's strong start to the 2026-27 campaign, reflected in the standings, demonstrates the importance of a strong support system. A dedicated medical facility could aid in player rehabilitation and performance, directly impacting results.
With a busy schedule ahead, detailed on the fixtures page, maintaining player fitness is a constant challenge. The proposed centre would be a permanent upgrade to the existing facilities at the Lancing complex, which serves as the daily base for the first team and academy.
The planning process will now follow its course, with a decision expected in the coming months. Brighton's next match is against 20th-placed Coventry City at the Coventry Building Society Arena this Saturday.
