How long do planning decisions take near Butcher's Common?

The average planning decision time near Butcher's Common is 42 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 Butcher's Common?

The planning approval rate near Butcher's Common is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Butcher's Common?

The most common type of planning application near Butcher's Common is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Butcher's Common?

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Butcher's Common, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Butcher's Common, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Butcher's Common are administered by North Norfolk District Council. View the full North Norfolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: North Norfolk
LSOA: North Norfolk 012A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Butcher's Common.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Butcher's Common.

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 Butcher's Common based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Butcher's Common.

- The Brambles School Lane Butchers Common Neatishead Norwich Norfolk NR12 8XH
Alterations to front porch to allow change of roof from flat to pitched
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-09-01
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- The Bungalow Allens Farm School Road Neatishead Norwich Norfolk NR12 8BU
Two storey side and first floor extensions to dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-07-19
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- Street Hill Farm The Street Neatishead Norwich Norfolk NR12 8XG
Demolition of existing conservatory and boot room; erection of front porch and ground and first floor extensions; enlargement of first floor window on front elevation; insertion of dormer windows and
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-05-17
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- Street Hill Farm The Street Neatishead Norwich Norfolk NR12 8XG
Non-material amendment of planning permission PF/23/2506 (Demolition of existing conservatory and boot room. Erection of front porch and ground and first floor extensions. Enlargement of first floor w
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-04-18
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- Wiston Place The Street Neatishead Norwich Norfolk NR12 8XG
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed stationing of a caravan within the curtilage of dwelling for use by a family member
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-01-09
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A brief summary of Butcher's Common in Norfolk

Butcher's Common is a settlement located in Norfolk, England.

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

Butcher's Common has one conservation area within its boundaries: Neatishead. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Butcher's Common includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Alderfen Broad SSSI, Ant Broads and Marshes SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The Broads; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Broadland; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Broadland; 1 National Parks: THE BROADS. 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 Butcher's Common

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Butcher's Common. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 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 Butcher's Common.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Butcher's Common were tree works (4), full planning applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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