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Planning in Bentley Heath

Approved
94%
220 of 233 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bentley Heath in the last 24 months, from Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Solihull Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

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About Bentley Heath

Bentley Heath is a quaint village located in the Solihull Borough of the West Midlands, situated around 3 miles southeast of Solihull town centre. This area offers a mix of residential and rural environments, making it a notable location for planning applications in the region. The population data, as recorded in the 2011 census, is available through the local authority, providing valuable insights for developers and planners.

The area around Bentley Heath has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bentley Heath 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 Bentley Heath, 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, 269 planning applications were submitted near Bentley Heath. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (129), tree works (48), discharge of conditions (19).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bentley Heath?
In the last 24 months, 269 planning applications were submitted near Bentley Heath. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bentley Heath?
The average planning decision time near Bentley Heath is 75 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 Bentley Heath?
The planning approval rate near Bentley Heath is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bentley Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Bentley Heath is full planning applications, with 129 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bentley Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Bentley Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.