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Planning in Cusop

Approved
92%
22 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Cusop

Cusop is a picturesque village and civil parish in Herefordshire, England, situated at the base of Cusop Hill, adjacent to the town of Hay-on-Wye in Wales. The village is easily accessible from Hay-on-Wye, either by a short walk or a drive towards Bredwardine, turning right into Cusop Dingle, making it a convenient location for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 384 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Herefordshire district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Cusop a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cusop has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cusop 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Cusop, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Cusop. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (4), discharge of conditions (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cusop?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Cusop. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cusop?
The average planning decision time near Cusop is 70 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 Cusop?
The planning approval rate near Cusop is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cusop?
The most common type of planning application near Cusop is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cusop?
You can search and track planning applications near Cusop on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.