How long do planning decisions take near Chandler's Cross?

The average planning decision time near Chandler's Cross is 60 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 Chandler's Cross?

The planning approval rate near Chandler's Cross is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chandler's Cross?

The most common type of planning application near Chandler's Cross is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chandler's Cross?

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Chandler's Cross, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chandler's Cross, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chandler's Cross are administered by Three Rivers District Council. View the full Three Rivers District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Chandler's Cross

Sarratt is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Three Rivers District of Hertfordshire, just 4 miles north of Rickmansworth. Nestled on elevated ground near the Buckinghamshire border, it is home to the only commercially operating watercress farm in the county, benefiting from the ideal conditions provided by the nearby River Chess. This charming area offers a unique blend of rural character and opportunities for planning applications, particularly related to agricultural and residential developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £608,580 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Three Rivers
Parliamentary constituency: South West Hertfordshire
LSOA: Three Rivers 011C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chandler's Cross.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chandler's Cross.

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 Chandler's Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Chandler's Cross.

26/0776/DIS - Wyatts Cottage Redhall Lane Chandlers Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 4LX
Discharge of Condition 2 (Fenestration Details) pursuant to planning permission 23/2096/LBC
Status: Undecided | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2026-05-13
26/0775/DIS - Wyatts Cottage Redhall Lane Chandlers Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 4LX
Discharge of Conditions 3(Landscaping) and 4(Boundary Treatments) pursuant to planning permission 23/2095/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2026-05-13
- Cottage Farm Redhall Lane Chandlers Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 4LT
Discharge of Condition 8 (Landscaping and Boundary Treatments) pursuant to planning permission 24/1950/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2026-03-30
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- Cottage Farm Redhall Lane Chandlers Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 4LT
Discharge of Condition (Remediation Method Statement) pursuant to planning permission 24/1950/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Popes Croft Chandlers Lane Chandlers Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 4NE
Prior approval: Enlargement of the dwellinghouse by the construction of one additional storey (2.6m height) and raising of roof ridge to result in an overall height of 9.1m (Class AA)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2025-12-19
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- Cottage Farm Redhall Lane Chandlers Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 4LT
Discharge of Condition 5(Contamination - Remediation Method Statement) pursuant to planning permission 24/1950/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2025-11-11
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- Popes Croft Chandlers Lane Chandlers Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 4NE
Demolition of existing outbuilding and construction of single-storey front and rear extensions, erection of first floor to create two storey detached dwelling, with front dormer and rear rooflights, r
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2025-09-24
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- Popes Croft Chandlers Lane Chandlers Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 4NE
T1: Windblown oak Remove to ground level Reason: Failed at base T2: Ash Remove to ground level Reason: Unstable form T3: Dead ash Remove to ground level Reason: Dead T4: Dead elm Remove to ground leve
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2025-09-22
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- The Lodge Redhall Lane Chandlers Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 4LU
Retrospective: Erection of Agricultural Polytunnel
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2025-09-18
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- The Laurels White Shack Lane Chandlers Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 4ND
Prior approval: Enlargement of the dwellinghouse by the construction of one additional storey (4.77m height) and raising of ridge to result in an overall height of 7.95m (Class AA)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2024-12-02
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A brief summary of Chandler's Cross in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Chandler's Cross show an average sale price of £608,580, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Chandler's Cross has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Outer Loudwater, Croxley Green. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Chandler's Cross includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Westwood Quarry SSSI, Whippendell Wood SSSI; 15 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 Chandler's Cross

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Chandler's Cross. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 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 Chandler's Cross.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Chandler's Cross slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Chandler's Cross were discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2), full planning applications (1).

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