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Planning in Chasetown

Approved
92%
44 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Chasetown

Chasetown is a village located within the town of Burntwood, Staffordshire, England. It spans two civil parishes: Burntwood and Hammerwich, making it a unique area for planning applications due to its diverse administrative oversight.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chasetown area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Chasetown has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chasetown 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 Chasetown, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Chasetown. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), outline applications (11), amendments (3). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chasetown?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Chasetown. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chasetown?
The average planning decision time near Chasetown is 53 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 Chasetown?
The planning approval rate near Chasetown is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chasetown?
The most common type of planning application near Chasetown is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chasetown?
You can search and track planning applications near Chasetown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.