How long do planning decisions take near Bottesford?

The average planning decision time near Bottesford is 52 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 Bottesford?

The planning approval rate near Bottesford is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bottesford?

The most common type of planning application near Bottesford is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bottesford?

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Bottesford, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bottesford, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bottesford are administered by Melton Borough Council. View the full Melton Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bottesford

Bottesford is a charming village and civil parish located in the Borough of Melton, Leicestershire, England, near the borders of Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire. Its strategic location makes it a point of interest for planning applications, offering potential opportunities for development and community enhancement in this picturesque area.

Population: 3,687 (2021)

District: Melton

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Area Information

Admin district: Rushcliffe
Parliamentary constituency: Newark
LSOA: Rushcliffe 003F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bottesford.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bottesford.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Bottesford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bottesford.

26/00438/TCA - Steeple View 38A High Street Bottesford Leicestershire NG13 0AA
Fell - T1 and T2 Yew trees in the rear garden of the property.
Status: Undecided | Council: Melton | Date: 2026-05-18
- Steeple View 38A High Street Bottesford Leicestershire NG13 0AA
Replace all existing dark stained wooden windows and front door with energy efficient uPVC windows and door with energy efficient uPVC windows and door finished in cream RAL 9001. Replace existing fib
Type: Full | Council: Melton | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 13 High Street Bottesford Leicestershire NG13 0AA
At least one woodcrete/integrated bat box and woodcrete/integrated bird box, the make/model and their locations. 1no. VALENCIA DOUBLE CREVICE WOODSTONE BAT BOX South Elevation to Garage 1no. SCHWEGLER
Type: Conditions | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-11-02
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- 2 Wyggeston Road Bottesford Leicestershire NG13 0DB
Demolition of conservatory and construction of single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-04-17
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A brief summary of Bottesford in Leicestershire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bottesford a particularly low-crime area.

Bottesford has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Bottesford

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Bottesford. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Bottesford.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bottesford were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (4), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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