How long do planning decisions take near Chester Moor?

The average planning decision time near Chester Moor 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 Chester Moor?

The planning approval rate near Chester Moor is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chester Moor?

The most common type of planning application near Chester Moor is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chester Moor?

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Chester Moor, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chester Moor, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chester Moor are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Chester Moor

Chester Moor is a village located in County Durham, England, just south of Chester-le-Street. Its proximity to this nearby town makes it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

District: County Durham

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Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: North Durham
LSOA: County Durham 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chester Moor.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chester Moor.

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 Chester Moor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Chester Moor.

- 6 West Avenue Chester Moor Chester-le-street DH2 3RS
Single-storey rear extenson
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 10 Lilburn Close Chester-le-Street DH2 3TN
Conversion of garage, first floor extension above garage and single storey sunroom to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-01-16
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- Hermitage TPO Area A2 The Hermitage Chester-le-street DH2 3RG
T54 Purple Beech Crown lifting not exceeding a maximum height clearance of 2m above ground level. This may include the pruning of light, pendulous growth in the lower tree crown, not main structural b
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-11-19
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- 1 East Avenue Chester Moor Chester-le-street DH2 3RU
Vehicular access, hard standing and integral side garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-07-21
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- Waldridge Cottage Waldridge Chester-le-Street DH2 3SL
Felling and removal of 1no Lime (T10)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-02-05
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A brief summary of Chester Moor in County Durham

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Chester Moor a particularly low-crime area.

Chester Moor has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Chester-le-Street, Plawsworth. 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 Chester Moor includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Waldridge Fell SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Chester Moor 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.

Planning Activity in Chester Moor

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Chester Moor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Chester Moor may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

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

The most common application types near Chester Moor were tree works (5), full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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