How long do planning decisions take near Great Tey?

The average planning decision time near Great Tey is 73 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 Great Tey?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Great Tey?

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

How can I track planning applications near Great Tey?

You can search and track planning applications near Great Tey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Great Tey, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Great Tey, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Great Tey are administered by Colchester City Council. View the full Colchester City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Great Tey

Great Tey is a quaint village and civil parish situated within the City of Colchester district in Essex, England. Located around six miles west of Colchester, it lies close to the villages of Marks Tey and Little Tey. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 921, making it a small but vibrant community for those exploring planning applications in the area.

Population: 921 (2021)

District: Colchester

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Great Tey.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Area Information

Admin district: Colchester
Parliamentary constituency: Harwich and North Essex
LSOA: Colchester 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Great Tey.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Great Tey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Great Tey.

- 1 New Cottages, Brook Road, Great Tey Colchester CO6 1JG
This is a Walnut tree that needs to be cut back as its grown up to high and could cause damage if branches fall onto cars on driveway, also due to the close proximity of the drains, it will help keep
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Colchester | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details
- 5 Rectory Cottages, Brook Road, Great Tey Essex CO6 1JF
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed development to replace 2 front upper window sashes with like for like and timber framed.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Colchester | Date: 2024-10-05
View full details
- Pippins, The Street, Great Tey Essex CO6 1JS
H1 Laurel stem diameter more then 75 mm - T2 Maple tree - T3 Alder tree - Fell to combat subsidence damage to Pippins, The Street, Great Tey, COLCHESTER, Essex, CO6 1JS
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Colchester | Date: 2024-05-29
View full details

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Great Tey in Essex

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

Great Tey has one conservation area within its boundaries: Great Tey. 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 Great Tey includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Tey 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.

Planning Activity in Great Tey

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Great Tey. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

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

The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

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

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.