Lower Hartshay, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lower Hartshay, Derbyshire.
Derbyshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Lower Hartshay are administered by Amber Valley Borough Council. View the full Amber Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Lower Hartshay
Lower Hartshay is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Ripley in Derbyshire's Amber Valley district. Situated along Hartshay Brook and in proximity to the A38 road, it offers easy access to the nearby town of Ripley. The village is also close to the hamlet of Upper Hartshay to the south, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications related to rural development and community projects.
District: Ripley
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Area Information
- Admin district: Amber Valley
- Parliamentary constituency: Amber Valley
- LSOA: Amber Valley 006B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lower Hartshay.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lower Hartshay.
- 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 Hartshay based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Lower Hartshay.
- - Fernbank 54 Main Road Lower Hartshay Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3RP
Proposed one storey, proposed two storey rear extension and internal works.
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 42 Main Road Lower Hartshay Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3RP
Reserved matters application providing details for appearance, landscaping and scale for one proposed single storey dwelling following the approval of outline application AVA/2025/0115.
Status: Undecided | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - The Dairy 31 Main Road Lower Hartshay Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3RP
First-floor extension over existing kitchen, creation of first-floor link, part single and part two-storey extension to the rear, two-storey entrance and balcony to the new front elevation, demolition
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2023-11-22
View full details - - Hollybrook Cottage Bridle Lane Lower Hartshay Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3RQ
Certificate of lawful development for proposed construction of a side extension.
Status: Permitted | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2023-03-22
View full details - - Hollybrook Cottage Bridle Lane Lower Hartshay Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3RQ
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed single storey rear extension with flat roof to extend 6.80m with a height of 2.90m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Amber Valley | Date: 2023-03-22
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A brief summary of Lower Hartshay in Derbyshire
Lower Hartshay is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Ripley in Derbyshire's Amber Valley district. Situated along Hartshay Brook and in proximity to the A38 road, it offers easy access to the nearby town of Ripley. The village is also close to the hamlet of Upper Hartshay to the south, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications related to rural development and community projects. It sits within the Ripley district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lower Hartshay a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Hartshay 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.
Planning Activity in Lower Hartshay
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Lower Hartshay. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 107 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lower Hartshay may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 107 days, decisions near Lower Hartshay take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Lower Hartshay were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 10% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.