Brierley, Gloucestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Brierley, Gloucestershire.
Gloucestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Brierley are administered by Cheltenham Borough Council. View the full Cheltenham Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Brierley
Brierley is a quaint village located in the scenic Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. It features essential amenities including a BP petrol station and a Londis shop, making it a convenient spot for residents and visitors alike. This charming village offers a snapshot of rural life while being part of a region known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities, relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.
District: Drybrook
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Area Information
- Admin district: Forest of Dean
- Parliamentary constituency: Forest of Dean
- LSOA: Forest of Dean 003B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Brierley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Brierley.
- 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 Brierley based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
35 planning applications found near Brierley.
- - 4 Council Houses High Street Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DL
Erection of detached wooden garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2024-11-06
View full details - - Land Adjoining Oak Cottages Pludds Road Brierley Gloucestershire GL17 9DJ
Erection of No. 2 detached dwellings with associated garages, parking, landscaping and works. (revised scheme)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2023-06-15
View full details - - Land Adjoining Oak Cottages Pludds Road Brierley Gloucestershire GL17 9DJ
Erection of No. 2 dwellings with garages and associated landscaping, parking and works.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2022-06-30
View full details - - 6 Council Villas High Street Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DL
Erection of a two storey rear extension together with associated works. Demolition of a single storey lean to extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2022-03-17
View full details - - Brierley United Reformed Church Brierley Banks Brierley Gloucestershire GL17 9DH
Discharge of conditions 03 ( water drainage scheme), 04 ( window details) and 09 (flue details) relating to planning permission P1781/19/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2022-03-04
View full details - - Oakleigh Brierley Banks Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DH
Variation of condition 02 (approved plans) relating to planning permission P2072/20/FUL to allow for the addition of a window to the kitchen and second floor to each plot, provision of rooflights to f
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2021-10-25
View full details - - Oakleigh Brierley Banks Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DH
Erection of a pair of semi-detached dwellings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2020-12-08
View full details - - Forest View High Street Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DL
Erection of a first floor extension to existing detached annexe to form bedroom. (resubmission).
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2020-06-08
View full details - - Forest View High Street Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DL
Erection of a first floor extension to existing detached annexe to form bedroom.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2020-02-18
View full details - - Brierley United Reformed Church Brierley Banks Brierley Gloucestershire GL17 9DH
Conversion of existing church to a 3 bed detached dwelling with associated curtilage, parking, landscaping and works. Construction of new vehicular access.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2019-11-11
View full details - - 2 Oak Villas High Street Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DL
Erection of a two storey side and rear extension. Demolition of shed and W.C. (Revised Scheme).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2019-09-27
View full details - - Land Adjoining Oak Villas Pludds Road Brierley Gloucestershire GL17 9DJ
Permission in principle for proposed residential development of a minimum of 1 dwelling and a maximum of 2 dwellings
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2019-07-18
View full details - - 2 Oak Villas High Street Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DL
Erection of a two storey side and rear extension. Demolition of shed and W.C.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2019-06-03
View full details - - Oakleigh Brierley Banks Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DH
Erection of 2 dwellings with associated parking, turning and works.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2019-03-15
View full details - - Oak View Brierley Banks Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DQ
Erection of a single storey rear extension and replacement garage with associated works. Demolition of existing garage. (Part Retrospective).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2018-06-04
View full details - - Oakleigh Brierley Banks Brierley Gloucestershire
Outline application for the erection of a dwelling. (Resubmission).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2018-05-24
View full details - - Summer House High Street Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DL
Erection of a stone wall and railings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2018-05-02
View full details - - 2 Oak Villas High Street Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DJ
Erection of dwelling with associated works. (Revised Scheme).
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2018-01-09
View full details - - 2 Oak Villas High Street Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DL
Erection of new dwelling on land to the rear of 2 Oak Villas with alterations to existing vehicular and pedestrian access.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2017-08-31
View full details - - The Brambles Brierley Drybrook Gloucestershire GL17 9DL
Erection of new bungalow on land to the rear of "The Brambles", with alterations to existing vehicular and pedestrian access.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Forest of Dean | Date: 2017-08-31
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A brief summary of Brierley in Gloucestershire
Brierley is a quaint village located in the scenic Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. It features essential amenities including a BP petrol station and a Londis shop, making it a convenient spot for residents and visitors alike. This charming village offers a snapshot of rural life while being part of a region known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities, relevant for those considering planning applications in the area. It sits within the Drybrook district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Brierley a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Brierley includes 13 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Wye Valley. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Brierley
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Brierley. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Brierley.
The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Brierley were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.