How long do planning decisions take near Kelsall?

The average planning decision time near Kelsall 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 Kelsall?

The planning approval rate near Kelsall is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kelsall?

The most common type of planning application near Kelsall is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kelsall?

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Kelsall, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kelsall, Cheshire.

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About Kelsall

Kelsall is a charming village and civil parish within the unitary authority of Cheshire West and Chester, located approximately 8 miles east of Chester and west of Northwich, with Tarporley just 4 miles to the southeast. Nestled on Kelsall Hill, part of the scenic Mid-Cheshire Ridge, the area is characterized by its sandstone hills and offers a unique landscape that may influence local planning applications and developments.

Population: 3,121 (2021)

District: Cheshire West and Chester

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Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire East
Parliamentary constituency: Chester South and Eddisbury
LSOA: Cheshire East 051C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kelsall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kelsall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Kelsall.

- Kelsall Hall Farm, Hall Lane, Kelsall, Tarporley Cheshire CW6 0QY
Upgrade existing telecommunications installation. Ref: 21772/AD/AIRSCALE
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-03-24
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- Land Off Hall Lane Kelsall Tarporley Cheshire
The installation of 30m monopole mast within a new compound. The development will include a base station, 2.4m high fencing, 6no. operator cabinets, 1 no. meter cabinet, 2no. headframes, 12no. antenna
Status: Rejected | Type: Telecoms | Council: Chester | Date: 2024-07-11
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- Mast At Hall Lane Kelsall Tarporley
The installation of a new sharable 30m lattice mast which is collocated with an existing compound approximately 50m to the southwest of the site. The development will include a base station, 2.4m high
Status: Rejected | Type: Telecoms | Council: Chester | Date: 2023-10-03
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A brief summary of Kelsall in Cheshire

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

Kelsall has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Kelsall includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Kelsall

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Kelsall. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 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 Kelsall.

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 Kelsall were tree works (2), telecoms (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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