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Planning in Beeston

Approved
91%
211 of 224 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Beeston in the last 24 months, from Broxtowe Borough Council's planning register.

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About Beeston

Beeston is a vibrant town located in the Borough of Broxtowe, Nottinghamshire, just 3 miles south-west of Nottingham. It is home to the University of Nottingham's main campus to the north-east and the Boots headquarters, situated 0.6 miles to the east. The town's southern boundary features the picturesque River Trent and the village of Attenborough, known for its expansive wetlands, offering potential opportunities for planning applications related to development and environmental conservation. The town has a population of approximately 52,000. It sits within the Broxtowe district.

The area around Beeston has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Beeston planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Beeston, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 280 planning applications were submitted near Beeston. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (52), outline applications (17), discharge of conditions (13).

12 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 9 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Beeston?
In the last 24 months, 280 planning applications were submitted near Beeston. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Beeston?
The average planning decision time near Beeston is 45 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Beeston?
The planning approval rate near Beeston is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Beeston?
The most common type of planning application near Beeston is tree works applications, with 52 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Beeston?
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