Maerdy, Rhondda Cynon Taf Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Maerdy, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Rhondda Cynon Taf · Wales · settlement
Planning applications in Maerdy are administered by Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council. View the full Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Maerdy
Maerdy is a village and community located in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, positioned at the head of the picturesque Rhondda Fach Valley. This area, rich in history and nestled within the historic county boundaries of Glamorgan, may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its unique landscape and community needs.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Parliamentary constituency: Rhondda and Ogmore
- LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 013D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Maerdy.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Maerdy.
- 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 Maerdy based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Maerdy.
- - 10 Blake Street Maerdy Ferndale Rhondda Cynon Taf CF43 4AH
5-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) (Use Class C4)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-12-24
View full details - - HYDER MAERDY LOWER, MAERDY FERNDALE, CF43 4BS
Upgrade to existing radio base station
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-06-13
View full details - 24/0247/FUL - 7 Springfield Road Maerdy Ferndale CF43 4BW
Construction of a single garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2024-03-11
View full details - 23/1432/RVOC - Land Adjacent To Blake Street Maerdy Ferndale
Section 73 Variation of Condition application: Condition 2 to be reworded to allow an additional year for the submission of the application for approval of the reserved matters, i.e. the application t
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rhondda | Date: 2023-12-20
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A brief summary of Maerdy in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Maerdy is a village and community located in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, positioned at the head of the picturesque Rhondda Fach Valley. This area, rich in history and nestled within the historic county boundaries of Glamorgan, may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its unique landscape and community needs.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Maerdy a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Maerdy 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 Maerdy
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Maerdy. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 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 Maerdy.
The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Maerdy were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.