Search Margaretting planning applications

14 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Margaretting · updated daily · Chelmsford City Council

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 14 · received or decided in the last 12 months

The Black Bull Main Road Margaretting Ingatestone Essex CM4 9JAAwaiting decisionRetention of works to form extension to existing car park. Proposed minor works associated with car park to include landscape planting.Received 23 Oct 202626/01319/FUL
Longfield Barn The Tye Margaretting Ingatestone Essex CM4 9JXAwaiting decisionDemolition of existing Barn 3 and erection of a replacement outbuilding for private gym, workshop, stables and household storage use ancillary to the main dwelling.Received 9 Oct 202626/01324/FUL
The White Hart Swan Lane Margaretting Ingatestone Essex CM4 9JXAwaiting decisionConversion of former stables to 5 no overnight bed and breakfast roomsReceived 6 Oct 202626/01302/FUL
Farthings Pennys Lane Margaretting Ingatestone Essex CM4 0HAAwaiting decisionT4- T6, T13 and T14 - Oak - 5m reduction on the south east / south west side - Reason: Have grown unbalanced,Received 25 Sep 202626/05176/TPO
31 Orton Close Margaretting Ingatestone Essex CM4 9JNApprovedProposed ramped accessReceived 7 Aug 2026Decided 29 Sep 202626/01079/FUL

Planning in Margaretting

Approved: 100%; 15 of 15 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Margaretting in the last 24 months, from Chelmsford City Council's planning register.

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Around Margaretting

Postcode districts

CM4 231 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Chelmsford City Council

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About Margaretting

Margaretting is a charming village and civil parish situated in the Chelmsford district of Essex, England. Located approximately four miles from Chelmsford and two miles from Ingatestone along the B1002 road, it lies close to the scenic River Wid. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 887, making it a small yet vibrant community, relevant for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 887 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chelmsford district.

Property prices in Margaretting show an average sale price of £794,770, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Margaretting area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Margaretting a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Margaretting has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Margaretting 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Margaretting, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Margaretting. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were outline applications (2), tree works (2), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Margaretting?

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Margaretting. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Margaretting?

The average planning decision time near Margaretting is 51 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 Margaretting?

The planning approval rate near Margaretting is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Margaretting?

The most common type of planning application near Margaretting is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Margaretting?

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