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618 in the last 90 days164 in the last 3061 in the last 1486% approveddecisions typically take 92 days

Source: Guildford Borough Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 990 · received or decided in the last 90 days

10 Willow Drive, Ripley, Woking, GU23 6LF
Erection of single storey rear extension, first floor side extension, raised roof over main house...
PendingReceived 22 Oct 202626/P/01342
Sycamore Court, 54 Harvey Road, Guildford, GU1 3LU
(T1) Conifer - Removal of rogue limb/stem overhanging. (T2) 3XConifers - Crown reduction max 20%....
PendingReceived 20 Oct 202626/T/00281
30 Pennings Avenue, Guildford, GU2 9SX
Certificate of Lawfulness for a proposed development to establish whether the conversion of loft ...
PendingReceived 20 Oct 202626/P/01357
9 North Street, Guildford, GU1 4AF
Listed Building Consent for the installation of a temporary timber shed at the rear of the existi...
PendingReceived 20 Oct 202626/P/01360
15 Hawthorn Road, Ripley, Woking, GU23 6LH
Conversion of garage to habitable accommodation together with front extension of garage and porch...
PendingReceived 20 Oct 202626/P/01373

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Guildford Borough Council received?

Guildford Borough Council received 3,039 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 86%.

How long does Guildford Borough Council take to decide applications?

Guildford Borough Council takes an average of 92 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 Guildford Borough Council?

Guildford Borough Council approves 86% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Guildford Borough Council?

Submit your representation to Guildford Borough 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 Guildford Borough Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Guildford Borough Council planning decision?

Yes. If Guildford Borough Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1,195 appeals were lodged against Guildford Borough Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 33% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Guildford Borough Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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Guildford Borough Council oversees a local government district in Surrey, England, recognized for its borough status. The largest settlement and sole town within the borough, Guildford is home to approximately half of the area's population and serves as the council's administrative hub. This makes it a key location for anyone researching planning applications in the region.

The council area encompasses 72 towns and villages, including Guildford. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Guildford Borough Council received 3,039 planning applications. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (786), discharge of conditions (425), tree works (236). 20 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1,195 planning appeals were lodged against Guildford Borough Council decisions, of which 363 were allowed and 723 were dismissed (33% success rate).

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