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Planning in Charlton

Approved
86%
104 of 120 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Charlton in the last 24 months, from North Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Charlton

Charlton is a picturesque hamlet located in Hertfordshire, part of the market town of Hitchin and within the Hitchin Priory ward. Renowned for its rural charm, Charlton is designated as a Conservation Area, ensuring the protection of its unique character. Positioned 30 miles north of London and east of the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), it offers a blend of tranquil countryside and accessibility to urban amenities, making it relevant for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 50. It sits within the North Hertfordshire district.

The area around Charlton has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Charlton 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 Charlton, 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, 149 planning applications were submitted near Charlton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (27), discharge of conditions (14), listed building and heritage (7). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Charlton?
In the last 24 months, 149 planning applications were submitted near Charlton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Charlton?
The average planning decision time near Charlton is 67 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 Charlton?
The planning approval rate near Charlton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Charlton?
The most common type of planning application near Charlton is full planning applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Charlton?
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