How long do planning decisions take near Findern?

The average planning decision time near Findern is 55 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 Findern?

The planning approval rate near Findern is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Findern?

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

How can I track planning applications near Findern?

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Findern, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Findern, Derbyshire.

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About Findern

Findern is a civil parish and village located in the South Derbyshire District, situated about 5–6 miles south of Derby. As of the 2011 Census, the population of Findern was 1,669, making it a small but vibrant community, relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.

Population: 4,069 (2021)

District: South Derbyshire

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Area Information

Admin district: South Derbyshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Derbyshire
LSOA: South Derbyshire 003G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Findern.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Findern based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Findern.

- 31 LONGLANDS LANE, FINDERN, DERBY, DE65 6AH
Reduce size of 1 x horsechestnut tree in front garden by up to 1.5 metres to suitable growth point and crown lift to 4 metres and 5 metres over the roadside. Fell 1x small tree in rear garden , Fell s
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire | Date: 2026-01-07
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- The Village Green, Findern, DE65 6AA
Works to 2 trees:, 1 x Plane (T1) - Crown lift to 5.2 metres over the highway and village green, 1 x Oak (T2) - Prune branches off BT wires by 1.5 metres and crown lift to 3 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derbyshire | Date: 2025-09-12
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- 2 Porters Lane, Findern, Derby, DE65 6AJ
The erection of a single storey rear extension and associated works at
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2025-06-18
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- Archway Motors,Doles Lane, Findern, Derby, DE65 6AX
Approval of details reserved by a condition 8 (CEMP) and 18 (LEMP) relating to planning permission DMPA/2021/0680 (Demolition of existing buildings and the erection of 16 dwellings and associated work
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Findern in Derbyshire

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

Findern has one conservation area within its boundaries: Trent and Mersey Canal. 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.

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Planning Activity in Findern

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Findern. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Findern may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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