Search Burford planning applications

22 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Burford · updated daily · West Oxfordshire District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 22 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Little Culvers 18 Tanners Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4NBAwaiting decisioncherry tree marked blue 30% reduction. Silver birch marked red - dead - removal.Received 2 Nov 202626/02648/TCA
The Lodge Pytts Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4SJAwaiting decisionT2 - Yew - Remove lowest limb garden side to allow light to pleach trees. T3 - Hornbeam - Remove lowest limb in wall side. Prune provide approx 1-1.5 metres from power pole. T4 - Yew - Cut back from roadside wall edge for first 3 metres and blend outwards to avoid stub cutting large branches where possible. Trim top to keep out of utility. T5 - Laburnum - Remove dead stem 50% of canopy. T6 - Yew - Prune back canopy in line with wall. G1 - Fastigiate Yew - Reduce height to attempt to achieve 2 metre reduction in height. Reduce roadside limbs to reduce chance of peel out in adverse weather.Received 29 Oct 202626/02643/TCA
The Mill Cottage 93 Witney Street Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4RXAwaiting decision1- willow needing to be pollarding back to previous pollard 2- sycamore to reduce in by 20% as to not get to big for the space 3- 1 lime to remove at ground level as its causing damage to the garage .growing ito the building 4/5/6 - lime trees need pollarding back to previous pollard 7- Ash Tree needs dead limbs removed as falling onto cars bellow. 25%crown reduction to reduce weight encourage new growth 8- patch of sycamores to remove at ground. Many with damaged tops or damaged at ground and failingReceived 27 Oct 202626/02604/TCA
8 Sylvester Close Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4RUAwaiting decisionT1 - Snake bark maple - Reduce by 1.5 metres to around old points. T2 - Pittosporum - Reduce by 1.5 metres to around old points. T3 - Cotoneaster - Crown raise to 2 meters .Reduce by 1 metre.Received 14 Oct 202626/02496/TCA
Paddocks Barns Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4NEAwaiting decisionT1 - Birch - Remove 1 low branch over footpath. Reduce height by up to 2 meters by removing selective branches to balance crown. T2 - Common Horse Chestnut - Crown raise to 5.5 metres. Thin pollard heads by 50%. T3 - Common Horse Chestnut - Remove lowest branch over footpath. Thin pollard head by 50%. T4 - Common Horse Chestnut - Crown raise to 5 metres over footpath.Thin pollard head by 50%. T5 - Birch - Remove deadwood, crown raise roadside to 5 metres. T6 - Plum - Reduce by 1 metre to improve shape and form, remove deadwood. T7 - Red Acer - Reduce height and spread by up to 1.5 metres.Received 14 Oct 202626/02495/TCA

Planning in Burford

Approved: 94%; 66 of 66 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Burford in the last 24 months, from West Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Burford

Postcode districts

OX18 329 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: West Oxfordshire District Council

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About Burford

Burford, situated on the River Windrush in the scenic Cotswold hills of West Oxfordshire, is often dubbed the 'gateway' to the Cotswolds. Located 18 miles west of Oxford and 22 miles southeast of Cheltenham, it lies just 2 miles from the Gloucestershire border. With a population of 1,422 according to the 2011 Census, Burford's historical roots are reflected in its name, derived from Old English meaning "fortified town at a river crossing." This charming town presents a unique landscape for potential planning applications, blending heritage with natural beauty. The town has a population of approximately 1,416 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

Property prices in Burford show an average sale price of £655,550, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burford 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.burfordtown.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Burford, 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, 89 planning applications were submitted near Burford. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (5).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burford?

In the last 24 months, 89 planning applications were submitted near Burford. The approval rate is 94%.

How long do planning decisions take near Burford?

The average planning decision time near Burford is 46 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 Burford?

The planning approval rate near Burford is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Burford?

The most common type of planning application near Burford is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Burford?

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