How long do planning decisions take near Hartshill?

The average planning decision time near Hartshill is 57 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 Hartshill?

The planning approval rate near Hartshill is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hartshill?

The most common type of planning application near Hartshill is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hartshill?

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Hartshill, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hartshill, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hartshill are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hartshill

Hartshill is a historic suburb located within the city of Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. Known for its rich history, the area offers a blend of residential and commercial developments, making it a key focus for planning applications in the region.

District: City of Stoke-on-Trent

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Area Information

Admin district: Stoke-on-Trent
Parliamentary constituency: Stoke-on-Trent South
LSOA: Stoke-on-Trent 034A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hartshill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Hartshill.

- Robin Hood, 321 Hartshill Road, Hartshill, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 7NR
Application to vary conditions 2 and 3 on application 25/FUL/00135
Type: Conditions | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2026-02-12
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- 8 Wilfred Place, Hartshill, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 7LL
Change of use of residential dwelling (C3) to a children's care home (C2)
Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2026-02-10
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- 19 Oliver Road, Hartshill, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 6RA
Single storey rear extension and loft conversion including rear dormer extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2026-01-23
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- Terry's Textiles Limited, 322 - 324 Hartshill Road, Hartshill, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 7NJ
Elevation alterations to include retention of aluminum cladding to first floor (Retrospective)
Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 1 Longfield Road, Hartshill, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 6QN
Proposed change of use to dwelling (C3), with infill extension to front entrance, replacement windows and doors and boundary treatment.
Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-11-09
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- 3 Doncaster Lane, Penkhull, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 7LE
Change of use from a leisure room into a self-contained annex to be used as a holiday let (retrospective)
Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-09-23
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- 20 Quarry Avenue, Hartshill, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 7EP
Single storey side and single storey rear extensions
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-01-03
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- 22 Trafalgar Road, Hartshill, Stoke-on-trent, St4 7pq ,
Single storey rear extension and loft conversion with hip to gable roof extension and rear facing dormer
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-01-19
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A brief summary of Hartshill in Staffordshire

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

Hartshill has 11 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stubbs Walks, Caldon Canal, Trent and Mersey Canal, Penkhull Garden Village, Stoke Town Centre, The Villas, Basford, Penkhull Village, Hartshill, St Christophers Avenue, The Brampton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Hartshill

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Hartshill. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Hartshill.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Hartshill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hartshill were full planning applications (11), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 46% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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