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Planning in Little Chester

Approved
86%
64 of 70 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Little Chester in the last 24 months, from Derby City Council's planning register.

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Around Little Chester

Postcode districts

DE22 344 applications in the last 12 monthsDE1 235 applications in the last 12 monthsDE21 272 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Derby City Council

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About Little Chester

Little Chester, or Chester Green, is a historic suburb of Derby, Derbyshire, situated just 0.6 miles north of the city centre along the east bank of the River Derwent. Known for its open parkland, it is a key area within the Darley ward, which also includes Darley Abbey and the West End. As the oldest inhabited part of Derby, Little Chester has roots as a fortified Roman settlement named Derventio, making it a significant location for anyone exploring planning applications in this rich historical context.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Chester 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Little Chester, 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, 166 planning applications were submitted near Little Chester. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were tree works (35), discharge of conditions (15), listed building and heritage (13). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Chester?
In the last 24 months, 166 planning applications were submitted near Little Chester. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Chester?
The average planning decision time near Little Chester is 69 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 Little Chester?
The planning approval rate near Little Chester is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Chester?
The most common type of planning application near Little Chester is tree works applications, with 35 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Chester?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Chester on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.