Cotham, Bristol Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cotham, Bristol.
Bristol · England · settlement
Planning applications in Cotham are administered by Bristol City Council. View the full Bristol City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Cotham
Cotham is an affluent, leafy suburb located approximately one mile north of Bristol's city centre. Nestled between Kingsdown and St Paul's, this inner-city area is characterized by its desirable residential environment and green spaces, making it a relevant location for planning applications focused on urban development and community enhancements.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bristol, City of
- Parliamentary constituency: Bristol Central
- LSOA: Bristol 059A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cotham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cotham.
- 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 Cotham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
170 planning applications found near Cotham.
- - First Floor Flat 31 Cotham Road Bristol BS6 6DJ
T1 - Holly - Reduce crown height by approx 4m and trim sides to shape.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-07
View full details - - 35 Zetland Road Bristol BS6 7AH
T1 - Cherry - Crown reduce; prune back recent growth by approx 1.5m to 0.3m above previous points.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - 26/12835/VC - 35 Zetland Road Bristol BS6 7AH
T1 - Cherry - Crown reduce; prune back recent growth by approx 1.5m to 0.3m above previous points.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-06 - - South Villas 1 Kensington Road Redland Bristol BS6 6NL
T1 - Cordyline - Reduce height by 1.5m and radial spread by 1m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - 26/12790/VC - South Villas 1 Kensington Road Redland Bristol BS6 6NL
T1 - Cordyline - Reduce height by 1.5m and radial spread by 1m.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-02 - 26/12765/VC - 28 Cotham Park Bristol BS6 6BU
Winter Flowering Cherry and Plum - Prune back to previous points to clear overhang to adj school and to clear overhead cable.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-01 - 26/12746/VC - Garden Flat 83 Cotham Brow Bristol BS6 6AW
Ash - Crown reduction as per pruning profile photo.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-01 - - Garden Flat 83 Cotham Brow Bristol BS6 6AW
Ash - Crown reduction as per pruning profile photo.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - - 28 Cotham Park Bristol BS6 6BU
Winter Flowering Cherry and Plum - Prune back to previous points to clear overhang to adj school and to clear overhead cable.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - 26/12764/VC - 100 Redland Road Bristol BS6 6QU
T1 - Eucalyptus - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-01 - - 100 Redland Road Bristol BS6 6QU
T1 - Eucalyptus - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - - 31 Carnarvon Road Bristol BS6 7DS
T1 - Dwarf crab apple - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-19
View full details - 26/12613/VC - 31 Carnarvon Road Bristol BS6 7DS
T1 - Dwarf crab apple - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-19 - - 21 Elmgrove Road Cotham Bristol BS6 6AJ
T1 - Holly - Crown reduce by up to 3m height. T2 - Mayten Tree - Crown reduce by up to 2m height and 0.5m laterally.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-18
View full details - - Archfield Court Archfield Road Bristol BS6 6BX
G1 - Lime x 2 - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-18
View full details - 26/12586/VC - 21 Elmgrove Road Cotham Bristol BS6 6AJ
T1 - Holly - Crown reduce by up to 3m height. T2 - Mayten Tree - Crown reduce by up to 2m height and 0.5m laterally.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-18 - 26/12566/VC - Archfield Court Archfield Road Bristol BS6 6BX
G1 - Lime x 2 - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-18 - 26/12544/CP - Flat 1 119A Cotham Brow Bristol BS6 6AS
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use or development - Change from a C4 HMO to a C3 dwelling
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-17 - 26/12471/COND - 43 Aberdeen Road Bristol BS6 6HY
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Landscape and Ecological Management Plan) of permission 25/13287/F - Partial demolition (with front and side facade retention), alteration
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-11 - 26/12572/BNG - 43 Aberdeen Road Bristol BS6 6HY
Application for approval of deemed by Biodiversity Net Gain "Deemed Condition of permission 25/13287/F - Partial demolition (with front and side facade retention), alteration and extension of existing
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-11
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A brief summary of Cotham in Bristol
Cotham is an affluent, leafy suburb located approximately one mile north of Bristol's city centre. Nestled between Kingsdown and St Paul's, this inner-city area is characterized by its desirable residential environment and green spaces, making it a relevant location for planning applications focused on urban development and community enhancements.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cotham a particularly low-crime area.
Cotham has 18 conservation areas within its boundaries: Redcliffe, Cotham and Redland, Old Market, Gloucester Road, Ashley Down, The Downs, Clifton, St James' Parade, Tyndall's Park, Stokes Croft, Park Street and Brandon Hill, St Michael's Hill and Christmas Steps, City and Queen Square, Whiteladies Road, Montpelier, Portland and Brunswick Square, Kingsdown, College Green. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cotham 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 Cotham
In the last 24 months, 434 planning applications were submitted near Cotham. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Cotham maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Cotham were tree works (173), full planning applications (77), discharge of conditions (35). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 361 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 126 applications
- Refused: 18 applications
- Withdrawn: 8 applications
- Awaiting decision: 278 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.