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Planning in Dam Mill

Approved
89%
24 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dam Mill in the last 24 months, from Cannock Chase District Council's planning register.

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Around Dam Mill

Postcode districts

WV8 110 applications in the last 12 monthsWV6 307 applications in the last 12 monthsWV9 21 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cannock Chase District Council

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About Dam Mill

Dam Mill is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dam Mill 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 Dam Mill 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, Dam Mill 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 Dam Mill, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Dam Mill. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (4), amendments (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dam Mill?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Dam Mill. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dam Mill?
The average planning decision time near Dam Mill is 47 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 Dam Mill?
The planning approval rate near Dam Mill is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dam Mill?
The most common type of planning application near Dam Mill is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dam Mill?
You can search and track planning applications near Dam Mill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.