Search Mellis planning applications

18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Mellis · updated daily · Babergh District Council

Only 2 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 18 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Ash Hill House The Common Mellis Eye Suffolk IP23 8EBAwaiting decisionNotification of Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Reduce 1 No. Conifer (T1) to previously reduced heightReceived 24 Sep 2026DC/26/04162
Railway Tavern The Common Mellis Eye Suffolk IP23 8DUApprovedDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/23/00942 - Condition 5 (Contamination)Discharge of Condition(s)Received 21 Jul 2026Decided 8 Sep 2026DC/26/03129
Mallard House The Common Mellis Eye Suffolk IP23 8EEApprovedDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/26/00301 - Condition 3 (Biodiversity Enhancement Layout)Discharge of Condition(s)Received 8 Jul 2026Decided 31 Jul 2026DC/26/02940
Willow Lodge The Common Mellis Eye Suffolk IP23 8EFApprovedApplication for works to trees in a Conservation Area - T1 Willow tree to be re-pollarded as too big for area and too close to propertyNotification: Works to Trees in Con AreaReceived 1 Jun 2026Decided 29 Jun 2026DC/26/02287
Mead Cottage The Common Mellis Eye Suffolk IP23 8DRAwaiting decisionNotification of works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Reduce 1 No. Conifer (T1) back to boundary, Fell 1 No. Hawthorne (T2), lightly reduce 1 No. Cherry (T3) and reduce 1 No. Cherry (T4)Notification: Works to Trees in Con AreaReceived 20 May 2026DC/26/02137

Planning in Mellis

Approved: 96%; 25 of 25 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Mellis in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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Around Mellis

Postcode districts

IP23 149 applications in the last 12 monthsIP21 226 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Mellis

Mellis is a quaint village in Suffolk, England, notable for hosting the largest area of unfenced common land in the country. Historically significant, it served as a training ground for Oliver Cromwell's troops and once featured a railway station on the main line connecting London and Norwich, along with a branch line to nearby Eye. This unique blend of history and natural beauty may influence planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 563 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.

Property prices in Mellis show an average sale price of £336,581, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mellis 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 Mellis a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mellis 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 Mellis, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Mellis. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mellis?

In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Mellis. The approval rate is 96%.

How long do planning decisions take near Mellis?

The average planning decision time near Mellis is 52 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 Mellis?

The planning approval rate near Mellis is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Mellis?

The most common type of planning application near Mellis is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mellis?

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