Chard, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Chard, Somerset.
Somerset · England · Town
About Chard
Chard is a town and civil parish in Somerset, located on the A30 road near the borders of Devon and Dorset, approximately 15 miles southwest of Yeovil. With a population of around 14,000, Chard is notable for being the southernmost and one of the highest towns in the county, sitting at an elevation of 121 metres (397 ft). This geographical positioning makes it a key area for potential planning applications and developments in the region.
Population: 14,287
District: Chard Town
Website: https://www.chard.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £306,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Yeovil
- LSOA: South Somerset 022C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Chard.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chard.
- 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 Chard based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Chard.
- - LloydsPharmacy 59 - 61 Fore Street Chard Somerset TA20 1QA
Discharge of Condition no 3 (P-Credit Certificate of Allocation) of Planning Application 25/01931/COU
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - 17 Holyrood Street Chard Somerset TA20 2AH
Prior Approval for proposed Change of Use from commercial, business and service use (Class E) to Dwelling House (Class C3) for 1 No. dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - 2 Forton Road Chard Somerset TA20 2HJ
Application to carry out Tree Surgery Works to No. 2 Trees as shown within the South Somerset District Council (CHAR 4) 2004 Tree Preservation Order. T1 and T2 - Birch - Reduce the height of both to 2
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - Numatic Millfield Chard Somerset TA20 2DA
The display of 1 No. non-illuminated sign.
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - Numatic Millfield Chard Somerset TA20 2DA
Installation of 5 No. lighting and CCTV columns (Partially Retrospective - 5 poles already installed but not connected).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - 22 Victoria Avenue Chard Somerset TA20 1HE
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed additional living area with WC within the loft space and a box dormer to the rear elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - 55 Bubwith Close Chard Somerset TA20 2DF
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed erection of single storey rear extension to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2025-04-29
View full details - - Unit 12 Gifford Fox Site Holyrood Street Chard Somerset TA20 2AH
Prior approval for proposed Change of Use from commercial, business and Service use ( Class E) to dwellinghouse ( Class C3).
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2024-12-02
View full details - - 43 Holyrood Street Chard Somerset TA20 2DN
Change of Use form Beauty Salon to Cafe and Cocktail Bar
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Somerset | Date: 2023-07-20
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A brief summary of Chard in Somerset
Chard is a town and civil parish in Somerset, located on the A30 road near the borders of Devon and Dorset, approximately 15 miles southwest of Yeovil. With a population of around 14,000, Chard is notable for being the southernmost and one of the highest towns in the county, sitting at an elevation of 121 metres (397 ft). This geographical positioning makes it a key area for potential planning applications and developments in the region. The Town has a population of approximately 14,287. It sits within the Chard Town district.
Property prices in Chard show an average sale price of £306,510, 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 Chard a particularly low-crime area.
Chard has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chard. 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 Chard includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chard planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.chard.gov.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Chard
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Chard. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 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 Chard.
The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Chard were full planning applications (4), amendments (4), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 22% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.