Howe Green (CM2), Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Howe Green (CM2), Essex.
Essex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Howe Green (CM2) are administered by Chelmsford City Council. View the full Chelmsford City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
Population: 666
District: Chelmsford
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £413,508 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Chelmsford
- Parliamentary constituency: Chelmsford
- LSOA: Chelmsford 012C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Howe Green (CM2).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Howe Green (CM2).
- 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 Howe Green (CM2) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Howe Green (CM2).
- - Fieldview Southend Road Sandon Chelmsford Essex CM2 7TN
Variation of condition 2 for approved planning application 26/00107/FUL (Two storey side extension, single storey rear extension and front porch) Alterations to external material.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - Land North Of Hilltops Southend Road Sandon Chelmsford Essex
Variation of condition 4 of approved planning application (25/00240/OUT) Outline application for development of 2 Custom/Self Build dwellings. Access, layout and scale being sought. All other matters
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - Camelot Southend Road Sandon Chelmsford Essex CM2 7TN
Demolition of existing garage and conservatory. Proposed single storey rear extension. Fenestration and external alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2025-10-03
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A brief summary of Howe Green (CM2) in Essex
Howe Green (CM2) is a settlement located in Essex, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 666. It sits within the Chelmsford district.
Property prices in Howe Green (CM2) show an average sale price of £413,508, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Howe Green (CM2) a particularly low-crime area.
Howe Green (CM2) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Sandon. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Howe Green (CM2) 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 Howe Green (CM2)
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Howe Green (CM2). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Howe Green (CM2) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Howe Green (CM2) were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), tree works (2).
Nearby Towns
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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.