How long do planning decisions take near Gonalston?

The average planning decision time near Gonalston is 81 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 Gonalston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gonalston?

The most common type of planning application near Gonalston is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gonalston?

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Gonalston, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gonalston, Nottinghamshire.

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About Gonalston

Gonalston is a quaint village in Nottinghamshire, located just northeast of Lowdham and adjacent to the A612 trunk road, connecting Nottingham to Southwell. Covering 1,096 acres of arable and pasture land, along with 106 acres of woodland, Gonalston is set along the Dover Beck river, which flows southeast into the River Trent, approximately 2 miles away. With a population of 83 as of the 2021 census, this village offers a serene environment for potential development projects and planning applications.

Population: 83 (2021)

District: Newark and Sherwood

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Area Information

Admin district: Gedling
Parliamentary constituency: Gedling
LSOA: Gedling 002F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gonalston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gonalston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Gonalston.

- The Manor Gonalston NG14 7JA
Application for variation of conditions 02 (approved plans) to substitute approved plans with revised drawings incorporating change to thermal insultation, and discharge of condition 03 (windows and d
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Newark and Sherwood | Date: 2025-02-20
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A brief summary of Gonalston in Nottinghamshire

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

Gonalston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Lowdham. 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 Gonalston includes 4 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 Gonalston

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Gonalston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

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

The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Gonalston were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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