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Planning in Clearwell

Approved
83%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Clearwell

Postcode districts

GL15 200 applications in the last 12 monthsGL16 110 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Forest of Dean District Council

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About Clearwell

Clearwell is a quaint village located in the Forest of Dean, West Gloucestershire, approximately 3 miles south of Coleford and 2.5 miles from the Welsh border. With a population of around 350, this former ancient manor offers a unique blend of rural charm and historical significance, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and local development inquiries. It sits within the Newland district.

The area around Clearwell has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Clearwell 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 Clearwell, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Clearwell. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (4), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Clearwell?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Clearwell. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Clearwell?
The average planning decision time near Clearwell is 46 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 Clearwell?
The planning approval rate near Clearwell is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Clearwell?
The most common type of planning application near Clearwell is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Clearwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Clearwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.