How long do planning decisions take near Buttsbury?

The average planning decision time near Buttsbury is 50 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 Buttsbury?

The planning approval rate near Buttsbury is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Buttsbury?

The most common type of planning application near Buttsbury is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Buttsbury?

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Buttsbury, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Buttsbury, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Buttsbury are administered by Chelmsford City Council. View the full Chelmsford City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Buttsbury

Buttsbury is a historical settlement located within the civil parish of Stock in the Chelmsford district of Essex. Once a larger parish encompassing Stock and parts of what are now northern Billericay suburbs, Buttsbury is notable for its parish church of St Mary, which is believed to have Saxon origins. Set on a hill near the River Wid, the church is surrounded by picturesque fields, making it a focal point of the area’s heritage and community.

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Area Information

Admin district: Chelmsford
Parliamentary constituency: Maldon
LSOA: Chelmsford 018B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Buttsbury.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Buttsbury.

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 Buttsbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Buttsbury in Essex

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Buttsbury includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Buttsbury

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Buttsbury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Buttsbury may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Buttsbury were discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

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