Empingham, Rutland Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Empingham, Rutland.
Rutland · England · settlement
Planning applications in Empingham are administered by Rutland County Council. View the full Rutland County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Empingham
Empingham is a picturesque village located in Rutland, East Midlands, with a population that grew from 815 in 2001 to 880 in 2011. Situated near the Rutland Water reservoir, which was originally named Empingham Reservoir during its construction, the village is easily accessible via the A606 road. This charming community offers a unique blend of rural living and proximity to significant natural resources, making it an interesting location for planning applications.
Population: 879 (2021) · Area: 7.6 km²
District: Rutland
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Area Information
- Admin district: Rutland
- Parliamentary constituency: Rutland and Stamford
- LSOA: Rutland 003D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Empingham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Empingham.
- 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 Empingham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
35 planning applications found near Empingham.
- 2026/0819/DIS - South View 6 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PS
Discharge of Condition No. 3 (details of new windows/doors including section and reveal, all external materials to be used on the dormer window, details of stone cills, wall and roofing materials and
Status: Undecided | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-07-01 - 2026/0770/CAT - White Gates 48 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PS
T1 - Remove Tulip tree to just above ground level
Status: Undecided | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-23 - - White Gates 48 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PS
T1 - Remove Tulip tree to just above ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - 2026/0764/NMA - 33 Willoughby Drive Empingham Rutland LE15 8PY
Non-material amendment application relating to planning permission ref: 2026/0382/FUL (Proposed single storey rear extension, and minor alterations to Dwelling). Doors moved from rear elevation to sid
Status: Undecided | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-22 - - 33 Willoughby Drive Empingham Rutland LE15 8PY
Non-material amendment application relating to planning permission ref: 2026/0382/FUL (Proposed single storey rear extension, and minor alterations to Dwelling). Doors moved from rear elevation to sid
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - - White Gates 48 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PS
Section 73 application to vary condition 2 (approved plans) of 2025/1547/FUL - Replacement Windows, Alteration to Entrance door and new canopy, internal layout alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-19
View full details - 2026/0755/FUL - White Gates 48 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PS
Section 73 application to vary condition 2 (approved plans) of 2025/1547/FUL - Replacement Windows, Alteration to Entrance door and new canopy, internal layout alterations.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-19 - - Land At The Rear Of 35 Main Street Empingham Rutland
Erection of self-build dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-19
View full details - 2026/0686/CAT - 33 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PR
Removal of two Laburnum trees to ground level T1 and T2
Status: Undecided | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-08 - - 33 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PR
Removal of two Laburnum trees to ground level T1 and T2
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - - 52 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PS
Install PV Solar Panels on Garage roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - 16 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PS
Internal and external alterations to a Grade II listed house, including replacement and repair of windows and doors, a new internal staircase, an additional internal opening, refurbishment and conserv
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - 16 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PS
Internal and external alterations including replacement and repair of windows and doors, a new internal staircase, an additional internal opening, refurbishment and conservation of historic fabric, mi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - 16 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PS
Fell 1no. Apple Tree to a low stump.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 33 Willoughby Drive Empingham Rutland LE15 8PY
Proposed single storey rear extension, and minor alterations to Dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 16 Main Street Empingham Rutland LE15 8PS
T1 - Fell 1 no. Large asymmetrical lilac in front of ground floor window. T2 - Multistem Yew - reduction in height by approx 50% (2m) to open internal canopy up and encourage development of lower foli
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Land Off Mill Lane Empingham Rutland
Section 73 application to vary Condition 7 (Removal of outbuildings and use of the approved building) of application 2026/0047/FUL - Section 73 application to vary Condition No. 2 (approved plans) on
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Northbrook House Lower Farm Close Empingham Rutland LE15 8RB
Construction of a new garden studio 4x3m in the rear garden of the property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - Tithe Barn Crocket Lane Empingham Rutland LE15 8PW
Demolition of modern blockwork porch to reinstate historic barn opening to include installation of new doors and other alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - Prebendal House Crocket Lane Empingham Rutland LE15 8PW
Alterations to modern single storey extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-02-19
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A brief summary of Empingham in Rutland
Empingham is a picturesque village located in Rutland, East Midlands, with a population that grew from 815 in 2001 to 880 in 2011. Situated near the Rutland Water reservoir, which was originally named Empingham Reservoir during its construction, the village is easily accessible via the A606 road. This charming community offers a unique blend of rural living and proximity to significant natural resources, making it an interesting location for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 879 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rutland district.
Empingham covers an area of approximately 7.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Empingham a particularly low-crime area.
Empingham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Empingham. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Empingham includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Empingham Marshy Meadows SSSI, Rutland Water SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Rutland Water; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Rutland Water. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Empingham 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.
Planning Activity in Empingham
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Empingham. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Empingham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Empingham were tree works (15), full planning applications (11), listed building and heritage (7). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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