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Planning in Boughton

Approved
85%
204 of 218 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Boughton in the last 24 months, from Cheshire West and Chester Council's planning register.

Decided by Cheshire West and Chester CouncilCouncil page

Around Boughton

Postcode districts

CH2 248 applications in the last 12 monthsCH1 264 applications in the last 12 monthsCH3 362 applications in the last 12 monthsCH4 245 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cheshire West and Chester Council

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About Boughton

Boughton is a residential neighbourhood situated to the east of Chester city centre, within the unitary authority of Cheshire West and Chester in Cheshire, England. Perched on the steep banks of the River Dee, it offers scenic views as the river meanders towards Chester, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,444. It sits within the Cheshire West and Chester district.

The area around Boughton has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Boughton 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 Boughton, 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, 342 planning applications were submitted near Boughton. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (19), tree works (16), advertising consent (13).

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 5 were dismissed (17% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Boughton?
In the last 24 months, 342 planning applications were submitted near Boughton. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Boughton?
The average planning decision time near Boughton is 72 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 Boughton?
The planning approval rate near Boughton is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Boughton?
The most common type of planning application near Boughton is discharge of conditions, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Boughton?
You can search and track planning applications near Boughton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.