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Planning in Chitts Hills

Approved
84%
51 of 57 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chitts Hills in the last 24 months, from Colchester City Council's planning register.

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About Chitts Hills

Chitts Hills is a settlement located in Essex, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chitts Hills 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 Chitts Hills 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, Chitts Hills 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 Chitts Hills, 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, 68 planning applications were submitted near Chitts Hills. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (36), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (7).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chitts Hills?
In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near Chitts Hills. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chitts Hills?
The average planning decision time near Chitts Hills 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 Chitts Hills?
The planning approval rate near Chitts Hills is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chitts Hills?
The most common type of planning application near Chitts Hills is full planning applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chitts Hills?
You can search and track planning applications near Chitts Hills on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.