How long do planning decisions take near Dublin?

The average planning decision time near Dublin is 32 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 Dublin?

The planning approval rate near Dublin is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dublin?

The most common type of planning application near Dublin is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dublin?

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Dublin, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dublin, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Dublin are administered by Mid Suffolk District Council. View the full Mid Suffolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Dublin

Dublin is the capital and largest city of Ireland, located on Dublin Bay at the River Liffey's mouth. Nestled in the province of Leinster and bordered by the scenic Dublin Mountains, the city is the most populous on the island, with a city council area population of 592,713 as of the 2022 census. When including suburbs, the population reaches approximately 1.26 million, contributing to a wider County Dublin population of around 1.5 million. Researchers looking into planning applications will find a vibrant urban centre with diverse metropolitan definitions and significant development potential.

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dublin.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dublin based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Dublin in Suffolk

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

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Planning Activity in Dublin

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Dublin. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Dublin.

The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dublin were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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