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20 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Little Waltham · updated daily · Chelmsford City Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 20 · received or decided in the last 90 days

106 The Street Little Waltham Chelmsford Essex CM3 3NTAwaiting decisionDemolition of existing conservatory and construction of single storey rear extension. Ground source heat pump and battery for electricity storage.Received 3 Nov 202626/01434/LBC
106 The Street Little Waltham Chelmsford Essex CM3 3NTAwaiting decisionDemolition of existing conservatory and construction of single storey rear extension. Ground source heat pump and battery for electricity storage.Received 3 Nov 202626/01433/FUL
Great Oaks Main Road Little Waltham Chelmsford Essex CM3 3PAAwaiting decisionDemolition of an existing workshop building and construction of a new dwelling.Received 21 Oct 202626/01336/FUL
51 The Street Little Waltham Chelmsford Essex CM3 3NSAwaiting decisionOak - Reduce by 2.5m all over. Reason: Tree is pushing against phone lines and covering up a lamppost. It is hanging over the road and the conservatory and into the house.Received 15 Oct 202626/05706/CAT
Little Waltham Church Of England Primary School The Street Little Waltham Chelmsford Essex CM3 3NYAwaiting decisionProposed replacement roof and windows and doors to IT Suite.Received 12 Oct 202626/01387/FUL

Planning in Little Waltham

Approved: 98%; 55 of 56 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Little Waltham

Postcode districts

CM3 555 applications in the last 12 monthsCM1 549 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Chelmsford City Council

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About Little Waltham

Little Waltham is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Chelmsford district of Essex, just 3 miles north of Chelmsford's city centre. As of the 2021 census, the population stood at 1,950, though recent boundary changes have seen some territory transferred to the newly established Chelmsford Garden parish. This evolving demographic landscape may impact future planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,950 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chelmsford district.

Property prices in Little Waltham show an average sale price of £413,508, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Little Waltham has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Waltham 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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In the last 24 months, 69 planning applications were submitted near Little Waltham. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were tree works (22), full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (10). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Waltham?

In the last 24 months, 69 planning applications were submitted near Little Waltham. The approval rate is 98%.

How long do planning decisions take near Little Waltham?

The average planning decision time near Little Waltham is 48 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 Waltham?

The planning approval rate near Little Waltham is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Waltham?

The most common type of planning application near Little Waltham is tree works applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Waltham?

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