How long do planning decisions take near Coundon Grange?

The average planning decision time near Coundon Grange is 84 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 Coundon Grange?

The planning approval rate near Coundon Grange is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coundon Grange?

The most common type of planning application near Coundon Grange is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Coundon Grange?

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Coundon Grange, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coundon Grange, County Durham.

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About Coundon Grange

Coundon Grange is a small village located in the civil parish of Dene Valley, County Durham, England, just east of Bishop Auckland. As of the 2001 census, the village had a population of 235 residents, providing a tight-knit community that may be relevant for local planning applications and development initiatives.

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Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Bishop Auckland
LSOA: County Durham 057A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Coundon Grange based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Coundon Grange.

- Land South East Of (Rear Of St Philips Close) William Street Auckland Park DL14 8RJ
Discharge of Conditions 12, 14 and 15 of Planning Permission DM/20/00189/OUT
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-12-10
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- 1 Pilkington Way Auckland Park Bishop Auckland DL14 8YN
Prior notification application for the erection of a single storey rear extension with a projection of 7.86 metres, an eaves height of 2.99m metres and a total height of 3.13 metres.
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-06-24
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- Auckland Park Methodist Church Douglas Crescent Auckland Park Bishop Auckland DL14 8RG
Change of use from church and hall to a mixed use as community hall and storage of equipment in association with mobile hire business (Class Sui Generis), creation of parking area and associated exter
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-04-19
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A brief summary of Coundon Grange in County Durham

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

Coundon Grange has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bishop Auckland. 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 Coundon Grange includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Coundon Grange

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Coundon Grange. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Coundon Grange may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 84 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Coundon Grange were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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