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21 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Chew Magna · updated daily · Bath and North East Somerset Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 21 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Chew Hill House, Chew Hill, Chew Magna, Bristol, BS40 8SAAwaiting decisionErection of single storey, two bay garage and store.Full ApplicationReceived 3 Nov 202626/04281/FUL
The Rookery, Battle Lane, Chew Magna, Bristol, BS40 8PSAwaiting decisionLombardy Poplar T1 - reduction height by one third, 6m approximately. Balsam Poplar T2 - crown reduction one third, 8m approximately, deadwood throughout crown/over hang to neighbouring property.Tree Works Notification in Con AreaReceived 26 Oct 202626/04162/TCA
Magna House, Battle Lane, Chew Magna, Bristol, BS40 8PXAwaiting decisionSilver Birch T1 - fell. Maple and Portugese Laurel T2 - fell. Horse Chestnut T3 - reduce 1 x leaning limb to neighbours by 4m and crown lift to 5m.Tree Works Notification in Con AreaReceived 26 Oct 202626/04158/TCA
Magna House, Battle Lane, Chew Magna, Bristol, BS40 8PXAwaiting decisionTurkey Oak T1 - Crown reduction. 1 x competing limb - reduce by 6m 1 x competing limb - reduce by 3m Due to split at main union to reduce faiureTree Works Notification in Con AreaReceived 21 Oct 202626/04100/TCA
The Thatch, 31 High Street, Chew Magna, Bristol, BS40 8PRAwaiting decisionMature Apple T1 - remove all dead sections and reduce the rest to safe height of 2m where growth points.Tree Works Notification in Con AreaReceived 16 Oct 202626/04040/TCA

Planning in Chew Magna

Approved: 97%; 30 of 30 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chew Magna in the last 24 months, from Bath and North East Somerset Council's planning register.

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Around Chew Magna

Postcode districts

BS40 244 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Bath and North East Somerset Council

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About Chew Magna

Chew Magna is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Chew Valley, under the unitary authority of Bath and North East Somerset in Somerset, England. With a population of 1,149, it offers a vibrant community atmosphere, making it an appealing area for planning applications and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,249 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bath and North East Somerset district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chew Magna 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 Chew Magna a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chew Magna 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.chewmagna.org.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Chew Magna, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Chew Magna. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chew Magna?

In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Chew Magna. The approval rate is 97%.

How long do planning decisions take near Chew Magna?

The average planning decision time near Chew Magna is 39 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 Chew Magna?

The planning approval rate near Chew Magna is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chew Magna?

The most common type of planning application near Chew Magna is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chew Magna?

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