Essex County Council Planning Applications

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

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Find RIBA-registered architects in the Essex County Council area for planning permission applications, extensions and new builds.

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Find vetted building contractors in the Essex County Council area for planning-approved builds and permitted development works.

Common planning application types in Essex County 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 Essex County Council Planning Authority

Essex County Council oversees the non-metropolitan county of Essex, excluding the unitary authorities of Southend-on-Sea and Thurrock. Comprising 75 councillors elected from 70 divisions, the council has maintained a Conservative majority since 2001. Meetings are held at County Hall in Chelmsford, making it a central hub for planning applications and local governance in the region. The council is currently led by Kevin Bentley (Conservative), who has held the position since 25 May 2021. Nicole Wood serves as Chief Executive since 14 February 2025.

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