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Planning in Fairwater

Approved
96%
27 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Fairwater in the last 24 months, from Cardiff Council's planning register.

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About Fairwater

Fairwater is a vibrant district and community in the west of Cardiff, Wales' capital. Situated just a few miles from Culverhouse Cross, it offers convenient access to the M4 motorway. As of the 2011 census, Fairwater had a population of 12,981, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 13,066 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cardiff district.

Fairwater covers an area of approximately 306.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fairwater 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 Fairwater, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Fairwater. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (21), full planning applications (20), amendments (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fairwater?
In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Fairwater. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fairwater?
The average planning decision time near Fairwater is 50 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 Fairwater?
The planning approval rate near Fairwater is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fairwater?
The most common type of planning application near Fairwater is discharge of conditions, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fairwater?
You can search and track planning applications near Fairwater on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.