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Planning in Greenwich

Approved
83%
550 of 640 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Greenwich in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Greenwich's planning register.

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About Greenwich

Greenwich, located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich in south-east London, is an affluent area known for its rich maritime history and cultural significance. Situated just 5.5 miles east-south-east of Charing Cross, it is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Maritime Greenwich, making it a notable location for planning applications related to heritage and conservation.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Greenwich 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 Greenwich, 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, 750 planning applications were submitted near Greenwich. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were tree works (129), full planning applications (113), discharge of conditions (81). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

16 planning appeals were lodged, of which 10 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (63% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Greenwich?
In the last 24 months, 750 planning applications were submitted near Greenwich. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Greenwich?
The average planning decision time near Greenwich is 63 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 Greenwich?
The planning approval rate near Greenwich is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Greenwich?
The most common type of planning application near Greenwich is tree works applications, with 129 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Greenwich?
You can search and track planning applications near Greenwich on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.