How long do planning decisions take near Lower Gornal?

The average planning decision time near Lower Gornal is 63 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 Lower Gornal?

The planning approval rate near Lower Gornal is 64%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Gornal?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lower Gornal?

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Lower Gornal, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Gornal, West Midlands.

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About Lower Gornal

Lower Gornal is a village and electoral ward within the Dudley Metropolitan Borough in the West Midlands, England. Comprising the historical villages of Upper Gornal, Lower Gornal, and Gornal Wood, it has a rich heritage dating back to its time in Staffordshire before the establishment of the West Midlands County in 1974. Located just 11 miles from Birmingham, Lower Gornal offers a unique blend of historical significance and community development opportunities for prospective planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Dudley
Parliamentary constituency: Dudley
LSOA: Dudley 006H

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Gornal.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Gornal based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Lower Gornal.

- 67, Richborough Drive, Dudley, Dudley, DY1 3PZ
Prior Notification for the erection of a single storey rear extension with a projection of 5.50m from rear wall, 3.00m to eaves and 3.00m maximum height (following demolition of existing conservatory)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Dudley | Date: 2026-02-18
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- 19, KINLOCH DRIVE, DUDLEY, DY1 3DB
Fell 1 Ash tree; Crown reduce 1 Ash tree by 7m, prune back branches overhanging fence by 1m and remove deadwood.
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Dudley | Date: 2025-10-15
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- 24, Beaumaris Close, Dudley, DY1 3LX
Lawful developent certificate for a proposed single storey side extension and ga
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dudley | Date: 2025-03-21
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A brief summary of Lower Gornal in West Midlands

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

Lower Gornal 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 Lower Gornal includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wren's Nest SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Lower Gornal

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Lower Gornal. Of these, 64% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 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 Lower Gornal.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Lower Gornal slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Lower Gornal were full planning applications (15), tree works (5), outline applications (4). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 26 smaller schemes were submitted.

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