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135 in the last 90 days32 in the last 3012 in the last 1484% approveddecisions typically take 52 days

Source: Harlow District Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 149 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Adams House East Gate Harlow Essex
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 2 (New/Replacement Elevation Tiles) of planning permission HW/FUL/26/00033 for refurbishment of the Adams House facades
PendingDischarge ConditionReceived 22 Oct 2026HW/CND/26/00422
Gravelpit Spring Newhall London Road Harlow Essex
Installation of a 1.8 metre metre high perimeter security fence around Gravel Pit Spring Wood
PendingFull ApplicationReceived 20 Oct 2026HW/FUL/26/00420
89 Ashworth Place Harlow Essex CM17 9PW
Loft conversion with rear dormer and front facing roof lights
PendingLawful Development Cert - ProposedReceived 20 Oct 2026HW/LDCP/26/00418
Harlow Service Station Tillwicks Road Harlow Essex CM18 6NQ
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 2 (Arboricultural Method Statement) of planning permission HW/FUL/26/00178 for Installation of 2 no. enclosed Jet Wash Bays to rear of forecourt
PendingDischarge ConditionReceived 20 Oct 2026HW/CND/26/00419
292 Halling Hill Harlow Essex CM20 3JU
Proposed front access vehicular hardstand
PendingHouseholder ApplicationReceived 16 Oct 2026HW/HSE/26/00417

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Harlow District Council received?

Harlow District Council received 694 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 84%.

How long does Harlow District Council take to decide applications?

Harlow District Council takes an average of 52 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 Harlow District Council?

Harlow District Council approves 84% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Harlow District Council?

Submit your representation to Harlow District 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 Harlow District Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Harlow District Council planning decision?

Yes. If Harlow District Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 199 appeals were lodged against Harlow District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 33% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Harlow District Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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About Harlow District Council Planning Authority

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

Harlow District Council, commonly referred to as Harlow Council, serves as the local authority for Harlow, a non-metropolitan district in Essex, England. Responsible for overseeing planning applications and local governance, the council focuses exclusively on the town of Harlow, making it a key resource for residents and developers navigating planning processes in the area. The council was established in 1 April 1974. The council is currently led by Dan Swords (Conservative), who has held the position since 25 May 2023. The council comprises 33 councillors, with the most recent election held on 2 May 2024.

The council area encompasses 30 towns and villages, including Harlow. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Harlow District Council received 694 planning applications. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (196), discharge of conditions (87), outline applications (73). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

199 planning appeals were lodged against Harlow District Council decisions, of which 58 were allowed and 119 were dismissed (33% success rate).

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