Search Chester-Le-Street planning applications

16 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Chester-Le-Street · updated daily · Durham County Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 16 · received or decided in the last 90 days

133 Front Street Chester-le-Street DH3 3BLAwaiting decisionChange of use of rear yard from storage to outdoor seating for bakery customers, and erection of canvas tipi structure and seating (retrospective)Received 9 Nov 2026DM/26/01787/FPA
Turn Park Head Station Road Chester-le-street DH3 3DYAwaiting decisionGround floor commercial unit to be converted into two, one-bedroom apartments. No external changes outside of necessary repair works.Received 23 Oct 2026DM/26/02843/PN56
24 Hopgarth Gardens Chester-le-street Chester-le-Street DH3 3RHAwaiting decisionExtension and partial demolition to dwelling with external alterationsReceived 21 Oct 2026DM/26/02604/FPA
12 Picktree Terrace Chester-le-Street DH3 3STAwaiting decisionConstruction of rear dormer windowCertificate of Lawfulness Proposed OperaReceived 19 Oct 2026DM/26/02801/CPO
Land To The North West Of Sandringham Court Chester-le-Street DH3 3SQAwaiting decisionErection of two detached four-bedroom dwellings, which include a roof space bedroom and integral garage, together with associated access, parking, landscaping and boundary treatments.Received 28 Sep 2026DM/26/02582/FPA

Planning in Chester-Le-Street

Approved: 87%; 13 of 15 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chester-Le-Street in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.

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Around Chester-Le-Street

Postcode districts

DH3 137 applications in the last 12 monthsDH2 54 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Durham County Council

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About Chester-Le-Street

Chester-le-Street is a thriving market town in County Durham, situated approximately 6 miles north of Durham and near Newcastle. With a population of 23,555 as of 2021, the town hosts lively markets every Saturday, making it a focal point for local commerce and community activities. Its strategic location and vibrant market culture may influence planning applications in the area.

The area around Chester-Le-Street has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chester-Le-Street 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.

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In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Chester-Le-Street. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), advertising consent (4), tree works (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chester-Le-Street?

In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Chester-Le-Street. The approval rate is 87%.

How long do planning decisions take near Chester-Le-Street?

The average planning decision time near Chester-Le-Street is 54 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 Chester-Le-Street?

The planning approval rate near Chester-Le-Street is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chester-Le-Street?

The most common type of planning application near Chester-Le-Street is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chester-Le-Street?

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