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Planning in Benington

Approved
67%
8 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Benington in the last 24 months, from East Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Benington

Benington is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England, approximately 4 miles east of Stevenage and 35 miles north of London. As of the 2021 census, the parish has a population of 903, making it a small yet vibrant community, ideal for those considering planning applications in a serene rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 903 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

The area around Benington has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Benington 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 Benington, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Benington. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Benington?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Benington. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near Benington?
The average planning decision time near Benington is 59 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 Benington?
The planning approval rate near Benington is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Benington?
The most common type of planning application near Benington is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Benington?
You can search and track planning applications near Benington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.