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Epping, Essex Planning Applications

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Planning Applications in Epping

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Pending
Householder planning permission
18 Sept 2026EPF/1787/26
18, Lower Swaines, Epping, CM16 5ESEpping Forest

Ground Floor side extension replacing existing conservatory, First Floor side extension over existing ground floor side extension and Loft Conversion.

Pending
Approval of details reserved by a condition
16 Sept 2026EPF/1772/26
323 Civic Offices, Epping Forest District Council, High Street, Epping, CM16 4BZEpping Forest

Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 29 EVP of EPF?0919/21 (The redevelopment of the existing office building and car park. Demolition of the existing office building and alterations to connection to existing Listed Civic Centre. Development to comprise new apartment buildings and houses to provide a mix of residential units (Use Class C3), revised vehicular and pedestrian access from High Street, all associated car and cycle parking, servicing, hard and soft landscaping and associated works).

Pending
Outline planning permission: Some matters reserved
14 Sept 2026EPF/1737/26
Land at Epping East, North of Steward Green Road and East of the Orchards, Epping, CM16Epping Forest

Outline planning application (with all matters reserved except primary vehicular accesses to the public highway) for a residential-led mixed-use development comprising up to 400 dwellings (Use Class C3), a care home (up to 80 beds, Use Class C2), elderly extra care/assisted living (up to 80 dwellings, Use Class C2 and/or C3), and a local centre, comprising a mixture of complimentary uses, including residential accommodation, local retail, and early years provision (Use Classes E and F), together with mobility hubs, public open space, public realm amenity space and outdoor play space, including a new Country Park (Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG)) and associated landscaping and infrastructure.

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About Epping - Planning Applications & Local Development

Epping is a market town and civil parish located in the Epping Forest District of Essex, approximately 17 miles northeast of central London. Nestled on a ridge between the River Roding and River Lea valleys, Epping is bordered by the northern edge of Epping Forest, providing a unique blend of urban and natural landscapes. This setting may influence planning applications, particularly those related to environmental conservation and land use. The town has a population of approximately 12,547 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Epping Forest district.

Epping covers an area of approximately 7.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Epping show an average sale price of £569,737, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Epping 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 (May 2026). This makes Epping a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Epping has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Epping 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.eppingtowncouncil.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Epping, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.