How long do planning decisions take near Failand?

The average planning decision time near Failand is 106 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 Failand?

The planning approval rate near Failand is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Failand?

The most common type of planning application near Failand is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Failand?

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Failand, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Failand, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

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About Failand

Failand is a village located in Somerset, England, within the civil parish of Wraxall and Failand. It falls under the jurisdiction of the North Somerset unitary authority, making it an important area for planning applications and local developments.

District: Wraxall and Failand

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Area Information

Admin district: Bristol, City of
Parliamentary constituency: Bristol Central
LSOA: Bristol 060C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Failand.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Failand based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Failand.

- Morphany Hill Drive Failand BS8 3UX
Proposed erection of a dormer to the side elevation to create an additional bedroom.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-13
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- 15 Hill Drive Failand BS8 3UX
Proposed demolition of existing side extension and conservatory. Construction of new side and rear extensions alongside thermal upgrade with exterior finish changes throughout.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-09
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- 1 Wraxall Piece Green Lane Failand BS8 3TW
T1 Maple to reduce by 20-30% with around a 0.5-2m removed from the top (by customer request). T2 Ash, To be removed due to class 3 die back.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Land Adjacent To Cherry Trees Green Lane Failand BS8 3TW
Permission in principle for the construction of up to 2no. dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-12-30
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- 49 Weston Road Failand BS8 3UR
Proposed demolition of existing detached garage and Northern extension. Redesign and renovation of existing dwelling including; creation of a first floor above existing footprint, erection of 2 storey
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-06-26
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A brief summary of Failand in Somerset

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Failand includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Failand

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Failand. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 106 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 Failand.

With an average of 106 days, decisions near Failand take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Failand were full planning applications (6), outline applications (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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