How long do planning decisions take near High Stoop?

The average planning decision time near High Stoop is 54 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 High Stoop?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near High Stoop?

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

How can I track planning applications near High Stoop?

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High Stoop, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near High Stoop, County Durham.

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About High Stoop

High Stoop is a village located in County Durham, England, conveniently positioned just north-west of Tow Law along the A68. Its proximity to the main road makes it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Bishop Auckland
LSOA: County Durham 042C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near High Stoop.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 High Stoop based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near High Stoop.

- The Laurels High House Farm High Stoop Bishop Auckland DL13 4HL
To replace existing wooden window frames and glass with identical style rosewood coloured exterior UPVC windows for all external windows, totalling 17.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-10-03
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A brief summary of High Stoop in County Durham

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around High Stoop includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Pennines. 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 High Stoop

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near High Stoop. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

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

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near High Stoop were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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