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Planning in Butetown

Approved
100%
35 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Butetown in the last 24 months, from Cardiff Council's planning register.

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Around Butetown

Postcode districts

CF10 215 applications in the last 12 monthsCF11 151 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cardiff Council

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About Butetown

Butetown is a vibrant district located in the southern part of Cardiff, the capital city of Wales. Established in the early 19th century as a model housing estate by the 2nd Marquess of Bute, this area reflects a rich historical significance and offers unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly in residential and community development.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Butetown a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Butetown 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 Butetown, 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, 126 planning applications were submitted near Butetown. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (55), full planning applications (20), amendments (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Butetown?
In the last 24 months, 126 planning applications were submitted near Butetown. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Butetown?
The average planning decision time near Butetown is 64 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 Butetown?
The planning approval rate near Butetown is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Butetown?
The most common type of planning application near Butetown is discharge of conditions, with 55 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Butetown?
You can search and track planning applications near Butetown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.