How long do planning decisions take near Lower Street (NR11 8)?

The average planning decision time near Lower Street (NR11 8) is 29 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 Street (NR11 8)?

The planning approval rate near Lower Street (NR11 8) is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Street (NR11 8)?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Street (NR11 8) is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Street (NR11 8)?

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Lower Street (NR11 8), Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Street (NR11 8), Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Lower Street (NR11 8) are administered by North Norfolk District Council. View the full North Norfolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: North Norfolk
LSOA: North Norfolk 006C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Street (NR11 8).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lower Street (NR11 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 Street (NR11 8) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Lower Street (NR11 8).

- The Willows Lower Street Southrepps Norwich Norfolk NR11 8UL
T1 - Dead tree, Remove -T2 -Alder, old twin stumped, Remove -T3 -Conifer, Remove as encroaching onto hardstanding and blocking light.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-04-07
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- The Willows Lower Street Southrepps Norwich Norfolk NR11 8UL
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed: 1. Reinstatement of a car parking area within the garden. 2. Replacement of derelict garden shed with new shed and a pergola 3. Reduction of existing log s
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-03-17
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- Welland House Lower Street Southrepps Norwich Norfolk NR11 8UL
T1 and T2 - Willow, heavy reduction from 14m to 10m and re-shape crown T3 - Willow to re-pollard to 4m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-09-30
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- 4 Warren Road Southrepps Norwich Norfolk NR11 8UN
T1- Cherry Plum, Remove due to very poor vigour, tree has been in decline for 2-3 years -T2 - Oak, Reduce over-extending branches by up to 2.5m, majority of which are near power lines on east side of
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-09-18
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- Bywater Lower Street Southrepps Norwich Norfolk NR11 8UL
T1, Alder - Coppice at approximately 1m in height. Previously pollarded at approximately 5m in height but now causing excessive shading as tree is on south side of house
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-12-10
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- Heath Cottage Warren Road Southrepps Norwich Norfolk NR11 8UN
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission PF/21/3288 (Single storey extension and external alterations to garage to facilitate conversion to habitable space) to allow the instal
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Lower Street (NR11 8) in Norfolk

Lower Street (NR11 8) is a settlement located in Norfolk, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lower Street (NR11 8) a particularly low-crime area.

Lower Street (NR11 8) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Southrepps (Upper), Southrepps (Lower). Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Street (NR11 8) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Southrepps Common SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Norfolk Coast; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Norfolk Valley Fens. 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 Street (NR11 8)

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Lower Street (NR11 8). Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 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 Street (NR11 8).

The average decision time of 29 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 Street (NR11 8) were tree works (6), full planning applications (1), outline 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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