How long do planning decisions take near Lower Green (CM2 8)?

The average planning decision time near Lower Green (CM2 8) is 44 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 Green (CM2 8)?

The planning approval rate near Lower Green (CM2 8) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Green (CM2 8)?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Green (CM2 8) is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Green (CM2 8)?

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Lower Green (CM2 8), Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Green (CM2 8), Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Lower Green (CM2 8) are administered by Chelmsford City Council. View the full Chelmsford City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £413,508 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chelmsford
Parliamentary constituency: Chelmsford
LSOA: Chelmsford 014G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Green (CM2 8).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lower Green (CM2 8).

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 Green (CM2 8) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Lower Green (CM2 8).

26/05102/TPO - 30 Pyne Gate Galleywood Chelmsford Essex CM2 8QG
T1 - Oak - reduce crown to previous points by removing 1.5m of regrowth. Reason - to control the tree influence given its locality to the adjacent property. T2 - Hornbeam - reduce crown to previous po
Status: Undecided | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-06-10
26/00766/FUL - 20 Watchouse Road Galleywood Chelmsford CM2 8PT
Part two storey, part single storey side and rear extension and front porch.
Status: Undecided | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-06-09
26/00679/FUL - Mill House Margaretting Road Galleywood Chelmsford Essex CM2 8TS
Retrospective application for as built single storey extension to the former Stables and Car Port with raised parking space and pergola roof
Status: Undecided | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-05-25
- Mill House Margaretting Road Galleywood Chelmsford Essex CM2 8TS
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 11 Milligans Chase Galleywood Chelmsford Essex CM2 8QD
T16 Oak - Crown reduction by up to 3 metres over shed and garage by shortening the branches to a suitable growing point. Crown reduction up to 3 metres to a suitable growing point on branches which ar
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-01-05
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- 7 Pyne Gate Galleywood Chelmsford Essex CM2 8QG
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2025-12-23
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- Land Opposite The Robins Birches Walk Galleywood Chelmsford
T1 Oak - Crown reduction by 2.5m and remove lower branches (approx 4m from the ground). Reason: - Branches overhanging houses, restricting access caused by lower branches for deliveries for large vehi
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2025-10-23
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- Kirriemuir Stock Road Galleywood Chelmsford Essex CM2 8JS
Condition 6 - Details of both hard and soft landscape works, Condition 7 - Details of the proposed treatment of all boundaries, including drawings of any gates, fences, walls, railings or piers, Condi
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Lower Green (CM2 8) in Essex

Lower Green (CM2 8) is a settlement located in Essex, England.

Property prices in Lower Green (CM2 8) show an average sale price of £413,508, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lower Green (CM2 8) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lower Green (CM2 8) includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Green (CM2 8)

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Lower Green (CM2 8). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lower Green (CM2 8) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lower Green (CM2 8) were tree works (5), full planning applications (4), other applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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