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68 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Coventry · updated daily · Coventry City Council

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Planning in Coventry

Approved
83%
274 of 318 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Coventry in the last 24 months, from Coventry City Council's planning register.

Decided by Coventry City CouncilCouncil page

Around Coventry

Postcode districts

CV1 244 applications in the last 12 monthsCV3 272 applications in the last 12 monthsCV5 326 applications in the last 12 monthsCV4 166 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Coventry City Council

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About Coventry

Coventry is a historic cathedral city and metropolitan borough located in the West Midlands, England, along the River Sherbourne. With roots dating back to the early Middle Ages, it gained city status in 1345. The area is governed by Coventry City Council and the West Midlands Combined Authority, making it a key location for various planning applications and developments. The city has a population of approximately 366,785 (2018 estimate). It sits within the Coventry district.

Coventry covers an area of approximately 98640000.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Coventry 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 Coventry a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Coventry 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.coventry.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Coventry, 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, 502 planning applications were submitted near Coventry. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (114), discharge of conditions (105), outline applications (39). 17 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

10 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Coventry?
In the last 24 months, 502 planning applications were submitted near Coventry. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Coventry?
The average planning decision time near Coventry is 44 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 Coventry?
The planning approval rate near Coventry is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Coventry?
The most common type of planning application near Coventry is full planning applications, with 114 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Coventry?
You can search and track planning applications near Coventry on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.