How long do planning decisions take near Hotwells?

The average planning decision time near Hotwells is 55 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 Hotwells?

The planning approval rate near Hotwells is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hotwells?

The most common type of planning application near Hotwells is tree works applications, with 203 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hotwells?

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Hotwells, Bristol Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hotwells, Bristol.

Bristol · England · settlement

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

About Hotwells

Hotwells is a vibrant neighbourhood in Bristol, situated south of the Clifton high ground and adjacent to the Floating Harbour. It serves as the southern entrance to the Avon Gorge, linking the docks to the sea, and stretches from the roundabout at Jacobs Well Road to Hotwell Road. The area is divided between the city wards of Clifton and Hotwells and Harbourside, making it a key location for planning applications related to residential and commercial developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Bristol, City of
Parliamentary constituency: Bristol Central
LSOA: Bristol 034B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hotwells.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hotwells based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

745 planning applications found near Hotwells.

26/12674/COND - Clifton Hill House Lower Clifton Hill Bristol BS8 1BX
Application for approval of details reserved by condition no. 5 (Listed Building - Variation from approval) of permission 25/10268/LB - External works to repair external defects to stonework, render,
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-24
- Clifton Hill House Lower Clifton Hill Bristol BS8 1BX
Application for approval of details reserved by condition no. 5 (Listed Building - Variation from approval) of permission 25/10268/LB - External works to repair external defects to stonework, render,
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-24
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26/12617/LB - 4 Dowry Square Bristol BS8 4SH
Full renovation of roof requiring replacement on both front and rear mansard and dormer windows. Relay dormer cheeks (like for like). Relay main roof . Replacing existing lead of valley gutter parapet
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-22
26/12648/VC - 11 Dowry Square Bristol BS8 4SH
Magnolia x 1 - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-22
- 11 Dowry Square Bristol BS8 4SH
Magnolia x 1 - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-22
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- 14 Clifton Wood Road Bristol BS8 4TW
T1 - Purple Leaf Plum - Reduce crown by approx 2m, thin crown by approx 20%, cut back from neighbour house to 1-1.5m clearance, and remove epicormic growth / deadwood.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-19
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26/12599/VC - 14 Clifton Wood Road Bristol BS8 4TW
T1 - Purple Leaf Plum - Reduce crown by approx 2m, thin crown by approx 20%, cut back from neighbour house to 1-1.5m clearance, and remove epicormic growth / deadwood.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-19
- 16 Dowry Square Bristol BS8 4SH
Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness of Proposed Works to a Listed Building - Like-for-like repairs and reinstatement works following vehicle impact damage to the shop front.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-16
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26/12529/CPLB - 16 Dowry Square Bristol BS8 4SH
Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness of Proposed Works to a Listed Building - Like-for-like repairs and reinstatement works following vehicle impact damage to the shop front.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-16
26/12520/VP - The Georgian House Gas Ferry Road Bristol BS1 6UN
T03 - Common Beech - Crown reduction - height by 4.2m, radial spread (North, East, West) by 2.1m and radial spread (South) by 0.9m. (TPO 290)
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-15
- The Georgian House Gas Ferry Road Bristol BS1 6UN
T03 - Common Beech - Crown reduction - height by 4.2m, radial spread (North, East, West) by 2.1m and radial spread (South) by 0.9m. (TPO 290)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-15
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- 9 Hope Court Canada Way Bristol BS1 6XU
T1 - Species Unknown - Remove to 2.5m monolith for habitat. (TPO 1468).
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-12
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26/12495/VP - 9 Hope Court Canada Way Bristol BS1 6XU
T1 - Species Unknown - Remove to 2.5m monolith for habitat. (TPO 1468).
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-12
26/12415/VD - Hotwells House 200 Hotwell Road Bristol BS8 4UN
5 Day Notice: Sycamore - Fell. Ash - Fell.
Status: Approved | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-11
- Hotwells House 200 Hotwell Road Bristol BS8 4UN
5 Day Notice: Sycamore - Fell. Ash - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-08
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- Hall Of Residence Clifton Hill House Lower Clifton Hill Bristol BS8 1BX
Refurbishment of bathrooms including removal of partition walls and introduction of cubicle walls.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-05
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26/12414/VC - Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital 3 Clifton Hill Bristol BS8 1BN
As per arb report tree works schedule.
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-05
- Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital 3 Clifton Hill Bristol BS8 1BN
As per arb report tree works schedule.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-05
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- Caravan Club Cumberland Road Bristol BS1 6XG
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 15 (Further Details) of permission 25/12482/X - Application for variation of Condition No. 60 (Approved plans) following grant of planning per
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-03
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26/12330/COND - Caravan Club Cumberland Road Bristol BS1 6XG
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 15 (Further Details) of permission 25/12482/X - Application for variation of Condition No. 60 (Approved plans) following grant of planning per
Status: Undecided | Council: Bristol | Date: 2026-06-03

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A brief summary of Hotwells in Bristol

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

Hotwells has 13 conservation areas within its boundaries: Cotham and Redland, City Docks, The Downs, Clifton, Bower Ashton, Bedminster, Tyndall's Park, Park Street and Brandon Hill, St Michael's Hill and Christmas Steps, City and Queen Square, Whiteladies Road, Kingsdown, College Green. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hotwells includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ashton Court SSSI, Avon Gorge SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Avon Gorge Woodlands. 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, Hotwells 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 Hotwells

In the last 24 months, 754 planning applications were submitted near Hotwells. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 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 Hotwells.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hotwells were tree works (203), full planning applications (159), listed building and heritage (136). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 7 large-scale (major) developments, 6 medium-scale applications, 686 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

20 planning appeals were lodged, of which 7 were allowed and 11 were dismissed (39% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 225 applications
Refused: 27 applications
Withdrawn: 22 applications
Awaiting decision: 477 applications

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