Search Bristol City Council planning applications

699 in the last 90 days172 in the last 300 in the last 1489% approveddecisions typically take 51 days

Source: Bristol City Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 984 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Chapels Of Rest Acramans Road Bristol BS3 1DQ
5 Day Notice: Silver Birch (dead) - Fell.
ApprovedReceived 9 Oct 2026Decided 12 Oct 202626/14273/VD
The Elms House Park Road Stapleton Bristol BS16 1AA
5 Day Notice: Silver Birch x2 (Dead) - Fell.
ApprovedReceived 9 Oct 2026Decided 12 Oct 202626/14274/VD
Basement Floor Rear Flat 55 Clarendon Road Bristol BS6 7EY
Erection of a single-storey detached garden office within the rear garden of the garden flat. The proposed building will provide a small, flexible home working space associated with the existing residential use of the property.
PendingReceived 8 Oct 202626/13661/F
Electricity Sub Station Richmond Terrace Clifton Bristol
G15 - Beech- Crown reduce by 2m and reshape. (TPO 484)
PendingReceived 8 Oct 202626/14046/VP
39 Leighton Road Southville Bristol BS3 1NS
Notification of Prior Approval for the erection of a single storey rear extension that would exceed beyond the rear wall of the original house by 5.98 metres, have a maximum height of 3.51 metres and have eaves that are 2.52 metres.
PendingReceived 8 Oct 202626/14068/HX

You're seeing the first 5. A free account shows the full list, with filters and email alerts.

Unlock the full intelligence for Bristol City Council

Approval trends over time, decision speed by application type, flood and conservation context, population and local data: all free with an account.

House prices in Bristol City Council: average £352,262, +2.1% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Bristol City Council received?

Bristol City Council received 4,606 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 89%.

How long does Bristol City Council take to decide applications?

Bristol City Council takes an average of 51 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Bristol City Council?

Bristol City Council approves 89% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Bristol City Council?

Submit your representation to Bristol City Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Bristol City Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Bristol City Council planning decision?

Yes. If Bristol City Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1,425 appeals were lodged against Bristol City Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 35% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Bristol City Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

Planning Applications by Town in Bristol City Council

71 towns and villages. Click any town for a planning search of applications nearby.

Main towns in Bristol City Council

Postcode districts

Planning Permission in Bristol City Council - Find the Right Professional

Find an Architect in Bristol City Council

Find your architect in the Bristol City Council area for planning permission applications, extensions and new builds.

Find a Building Contractor in Bristol City Council

Find local builders in the Bristol City Council area for planning-approved builds and permitted development works.

Common planning application types in Bristol City Council

Rear extensions Loft conversions Householder applications Tree works & TPO Listed building consent Change of use Annexes & granny flats Solar panels Barn conversions Basement extensions

About Bristol City Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Bristol City Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Bristol City Council serves as the local authority for the city of Bristol in South West England. Established in medieval times, the council has undergone several reforms and has functioned as a unitary authority since 1996, combining the roles of both district and county councils. Additionally, since becoming part of the West of England Combined Authority in 2017, it has played a vital role in regional governance and planning initiatives. The council is currently led by Tony Dyer (Green), who has held the position since 21 May 2024. Nick Hibberd serves as Chief Executive since 6 January 2025.

The council area encompasses 71 towns and villages, including Bristol. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Bristol City Council received 4,606 planning applications. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (1,039), tree works (890), discharge of conditions (653). 126 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1,425 planning appeals were lodged against Bristol City Council decisions, of which 451 were allowed and 855 were dismissed (35% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Bristol City Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Bristol City Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.