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Planning in Ivy Chimneys

Approved
83%
33 of 40 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ivy Chimneys in the last 24 months, from Epping Forest District Council's planning register.

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About Ivy Chimneys

Ivy Chimneys, located in Epping, Essex, is a market town and civil parish within the Epping Forest District. Situated 17 miles northeast of central London, it is bordered by the scenic northern end of Epping Forest and positioned on a ridge between the River Roding and River Lea valleys, making it an area of interest for planning applications due to its unique geographical features and proximity to London.

Property prices in Ivy Chimneys show an average sale price of £569,737, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ivy Chimneys area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Ivy Chimneys a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ivy Chimneys has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ivy Chimneys 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ivy Chimneys, 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, 64 planning applications were submitted near Ivy Chimneys. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (27), discharge of conditions (16), tree works (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ivy Chimneys?
In the last 24 months, 64 planning applications were submitted near Ivy Chimneys. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ivy Chimneys?
The average planning decision time near Ivy Chimneys is 72 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 Ivy Chimneys?
The planning approval rate near Ivy Chimneys is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ivy Chimneys?
The most common type of planning application near Ivy Chimneys is full planning applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ivy Chimneys?
You can search and track planning applications near Ivy Chimneys on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.