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Planning in Derry

Approved
87%
110 of 121 decided
Decision time
about 21 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Derry City and Strabane District CouncilCouncil page

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About Derry

Derry, also known as Londonderry, is the second-largest city in Northern Ireland, situated in County Londonderry along both sides of the River Foyle. The city comprises the historic walled area and Cityside on the west bank, while Waterside lies to the east, connected by two road bridges and a footbridge. This vibrant urban landscape offers diverse opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its rich history and modern development.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Derry 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 Derry, 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, 198 planning applications were submitted near Derry. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 149 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (97).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Derry?
In the last 24 months, 198 planning applications were submitted near Derry. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Derry?
The average planning decision time near Derry is 149 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 Derry?
The planning approval rate near Derry is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Derry?
The most common type of planning application near Derry is full planning applications, with 97 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Derry?
You can search and track planning applications near Derry on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.