How long do planning decisions take near Coldharbour?

The average planning decision time near Coldharbour is 56 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 Coldharbour?

The planning approval rate near Coldharbour is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coldharbour?

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

How can I track planning applications near Coldharbour?

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Coldharbour, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coldharbour, Surrey.

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Planning applications in Coldharbour are administered by Mole Valley District Council. View the full Mole Valley District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Coldharbour

Coldharbour is a picturesque village located in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, England. Nestled along a minor road connecting Dorking to Leith Hill Place, it stands as the highest village in the southeast of England and is part of the stunning Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This unique setting may influence planning applications in the area, particularly regarding conservation and development regulations.

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Area Information

Admin district: Mole Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Dorking and Horley
LSOA: Mole Valley 009D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Coldharbour.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Coldharbour based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Coldharbour.

MO/2026/00379 - WOODMANS COTTAGE, BROOMEHALL ROAD, COLDHARBOUR
Fell group of 4 ash trees within the woodland.
Status: Approved | Type: Conservation Area Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-17
MO/2026/00358 - JAPONICA COTTAGE, BROOMEHALL ROAD, COLDHARBOUR
Replacement of windows, removal of the existing porch and works to the chimney.
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-17
130024 - WOODMANS COTTAGE BROOMEHALL ROAD COLDHARBOUR RH5 6HF
Fell group of 4 ash trees within the woodland.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-17
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129808 - JAPONICA COTTAGE BROOMEHALL ROAD COLDHARBOUR RH5 6HF
Replacement of windows, removal of the existing porch and works to the chimney.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-09
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129733 - WILDWOOD BROOMEHALL ROAD COLDHARBOUR RH5 6HF
The Ash Tree marked T1 on the plan to remove all boughs above the first branch point to render the tree safe.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-26
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MO/2025/02544 - ROWEMOUNT COTTAGE, ABINGER ROAD, COLDHARBOUR
Construction of stable block.
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-10-31
129141 - ROWEMOUNT COTTAGE ABINGER ROAD COLDHARBOUR RH5 6HG
Construction of stable block.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-10-03
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- Car Park, Abinger Road, Coldharbour, Surrey
T7 - 1 X Ash tree in car park -Fell to ground level. T1 - 1 X Sycamore - Deadwood and sever ivy at base. T4 - 1 X Sycamore - sever ivy and crown lift to a status height of 4m over a car park area, lea
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2024-10-04
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A brief summary of Coldharbour in Surrey

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

Coldharbour has one conservation area within its boundaries: Coldharbour. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Coldharbour includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Leith Hill SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Surrey Hills. 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, Coldharbour 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 Coldharbour

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Coldharbour. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Coldharbour.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Coldharbour were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), 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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