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Planning in Longford

Approved
79%
22 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Longford

Longford is the largest town in County Longford, Ireland, with a population of 10,952 as of the 2022 census, representing one third of the county's residents. Strategically located at the junction of the N4 and N5 roads, it serves as a key transit point for traffic travelling between Dublin and County Mayo or north County Roscommon. Additionally, Longford railway station, situated on the Dublin-Sligo line, is a vital hub for commuters in the area, making it an important consideration for those exploring planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Longford show an average sale price of £251,042, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longford 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 Longford, 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, 55 planning applications were submitted near Longford. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), outline applications (11), discharge of conditions (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longford?
In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Longford. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Longford?
The average planning decision time near Longford 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 Longford?
The planning approval rate near Longford is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longford?
The most common type of planning application near Longford is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longford?
You can search and track planning applications near Longford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.