Search Colchester planning applications
54 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Colchester · updated daily · Colchester City Council
- Colchester Royal Grammar School, 6 Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 3NDAwaiting decision6no London Plane Trees. Re pollard back to previous cuts.Works to Trees in Conservation AreaReceived 3 Nov 2026261950
- Colchester Royal Grammar School, 6 Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 3NDAwaiting decision6no London Plane Trees. Re pollard back to previous cuts.Works to Trees in Conservation AreaReceived 3 Nov 2026
- 38 High Street, Colchester CO1 1DHAwaiting decisionDisplay of 1x internally illuminated lettering only fascia sign and 2xinternally illuminated lettering only wall mounted projecting signs.Advertisement ConsentReceived 2 Nov 2026261955
- 38 High Street, Colchester CO1 1DHAwaiting decisionDisplay of 1x internally illuminated lettering only fascia sign and 2xinternally illuminated lettering only wall mounted projecting signs.Advertisement ConsentReceived 2 Nov 2026
- 6 Papillon Road, Colchester CO3 3JJAwaiting decisionApplication for a lawful development certificate for a proposed loft conversion, including rear facing dormer & front facing rooflightsCertificate of Lawful Use - ProposedReceived 30 Oct 2026261939
Planning in Colchester
- Approved
- 88%
- 68 of 76 decided
- Decision time
- about 7 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Colchester in the last 24 months, from Colchester City Council's planning register.
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Around Colchester
Postcode districts
CO1 90 applications in the last 12 monthsCO3 166 applications in the last 12 monthsCO2 46 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Colchester City Council
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About Colchester
Colchester, located in north-eastern Essex, is the second-largest settlement in the region, with a population of 130,245 as of the 2021 census. As the principal city of the Colchester local government district, it encompasses a diverse and extensive surrounding area. Known for its rich history, residents of Colchester are referred to as Colcestrians, making it an attractive location for those researching planning applications and development opportunities. The town has a population of approximately 121,859 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Colchester district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Colchester 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 Colchester a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Colchester has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Colchester 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 https://www.colchester.gov.uk/.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Colchester, 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, 156 planning applications were submitted near Colchester. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
The most common types were tree works (27), discharge of conditions (24), full planning applications (22).
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).