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4 in the last 90 days0 in the last 300 in the last 14100% approveddecisions typically take 76 days

Source: Worcestershire County Council planning register · updated daily

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 21 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Ashton Under Hill Sewage Treatment Works
Proposed extension to the existing Ashton under Hill Sewage Treatment Works (Part-Retrospective) on Land to the north and west of Ashton under , Hill Sewage Treatment Works, Back Lane, Ashton under Hill, Worcestershire.
ApprovedDischarge of Condition(s)Received 15 Sep 2026Decided 16 Oct 202626/000049/DIS
New House Farm Quarry, Walton Lane, Hartlebury, Worcestershire, DY10 4JE
Proposed extension to clay extraction including consolidation of existing clay working, with working and restoration of land to develop an, engineered landform with pond and lake features including landscaping for nature conservation, together with existing access, arrangements and road crossing and haul road to Waresley brickworks’ New House Farm quarry, Hartlebury.
PendingCounty MatterReceived 3 Sep 202626/000045/CM
On land between Pershore Road in Hampton on the West side of the River Avon and Evesham Leisure Centre on the East side of the River Avon, Evesham, Worcestershire
Discharge condition 17 and 20.
PendingDischarge of Condition(s)Received 24 Aug 202626/000048/DIS
On land between Pershore Road in Hampton on the West side of the River Avon and Evesham Leisure Centre on the East side of the River Avon, Evesham, Worcestershire
Discharge of condition 10
ApprovedDischarge of Condition(s)Received 28 Jul 202626/000046/DIS
1-7 Exmoor Drive Residential Home, Exmoor Drive, Bromsgrove, B61 0TW
To provide a new 1800mm high timber fence to part of the site boundary. This is to enclose the front garden area to one of the flats. , This will involve removing the existing smaller fence. Purpose of this is to provde a safe environment for people with complex disability needs.
ApprovedRegulation 3 ApplicationReceived 15 Jul 2026Decided 13 Oct 202626/000043/REG3

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Worcestershire County Council received?

Worcestershire County Council received 25 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 100%.

How long does Worcestershire County Council take to decide applications?

Worcestershire County Council takes an average of 76 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 Worcestershire County Council?

Worcestershire County Council approves 100% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Worcestershire County Council?

Submit your representation to Worcestershire County 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 Worcestershire County Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Worcestershire County Council planning decision?

Yes. If Worcestershire County Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 28 appeals were lodged against Worcestershire County Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 20% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Worcestershire County Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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Worcestershire County Council serves the non-metropolitan county of Worcestershire, with its headquarters located at County Hall in Worcester. Comprising 57 councillors, the council has been under no overall control since the 2025 election, currently led by a minority administration from Reform UK. This governance structure may influence planning applications and local development initiatives in the area. The council was established in 1889. The council is currently led by Jo Monk (Reform UK), who has held the position since 22 May 2025. Paul Robinson serves as Chief Executive since March 2018. The council comprises 57 councillors serving 4 years terms, with the most recent election held on 1 May 2025.

The council area encompasses 709 towns and villages, including Bewdley, Bromsgrove, Droitwich Spa, Evesham, Great Malvern and Kidderminster. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Worcestershire County Council received 25 planning applications. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), other applications (5), amendments (1).

28 planning appeals were lodged against Worcestershire County Council decisions, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

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