How long do planning decisions take near Knock?

The average planning decision time near Knock is 88 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 Knock?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Knock?

The most common type of planning application near Knock is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Knock?

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Knock, Belfast Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Knock, Belfast.

Belfast · Northern Ireland · settlement

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About Knock

Knock, located in the Victoria district of Belfast, was one of the nine district electoral areas from 1985 until 2014, when it transitioned to the Ormiston district. This change may influence planning applications in the area, as local governance and regulatory frameworks evolved during the transition.

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Area Information

Admin district: Belfast
Parliamentary constituency: Belfast East
LSOA: Ormiston_F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Knock.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Knock based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Knock.

- 6 Kensington Gardens West, Belfast, BT5 6NQ
Proposed single-storey extension to the rear of a detached dwelling, including internal alterations, and changes to existing openings in the existing house.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-04-01
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- 237 Lower Braniel Road, Belfast, BT5 7NQ
Discharge of condition no.5 of LA04/2022/2158/F relating to foul and surface water drainage
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 35 Kilhorne Gardens, Belfast, BT5 6NT
Single and two storey side extension with external changes to dwelling, new first floor window at rear and raised patio.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2026-02-03
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- 9 Kingsway Park, Belfast, BT5 7EU
Single storey rear extension. Roof space conversion with rear dormer. 2 No. velux windows to front elevation. Replacing window with patio doors. New side window.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2025-12-15
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- 28 Kingsway Gardens, Knock, Belfast, BT5 7DQ
Demolition of existing attached garage and construction of a two-storey extension to the rear, a single-storey extension to the side, and a raised patio to the rear. Installation of an external flue p
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2025-12-10
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- 57c Kensington Road, Belfast, BT5 6NL
Single storey extension to rear. Creation of side window. Removal of existing patio doors. Partial demolition of side wall. (Amended description).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2025-04-25
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- 65 Shandon Park, Belfast, BT5 6NX
(AMENDED DESCRIPTION) Retrospective application for a rear single-storey extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2024-11-24
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A brief summary of Knock in Belfast

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

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Planning Activity in Knock

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Knock. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.

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

The average decision period of 88 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Knock were full planning applications (15), listed building and heritage (2), advertising consent (2). Full planning applications account for 71% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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