How long do planning decisions take near Pelton Fell?

The average planning decision time near Pelton Fell is 82 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 Pelton Fell?

The planning approval rate near Pelton Fell is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pelton Fell?

The most common type of planning application near Pelton Fell is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pelton Fell?

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Pelton Fell, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pelton Fell, County Durham.

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About Pelton Fell

Pelton Fell is a village located in County Durham, UK, known for its close-knit community and scenic surroundings. As part of the broader planning landscape in the area, it offers a mix of residential and rural development opportunities, making it a point of interest for those researching planning applications in County Durham.

District: County Durham

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Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: North Durham
LSOA: County Durham 011F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pelton Fell.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Pelton Fell.

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...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Pelton Fell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Pelton Fell.

- 6 Ferndene Avenue Pelton Fell Chester-le-Street DH2 2NT
Single-storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-08-09
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- Land To The West Of Valley Road Pelton Fell DH2 2NN
Discharge of Condition 20 pursuant to planning permission DM/21/02849/OUT relating to Archaeological Post-excavation analysis
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-05-24
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A brief summary of Pelton Fell in County Durham

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Pelton Fell a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Pelton Fell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Waldridge Fell SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Pelton Fell

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Pelton Fell. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 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 Pelton Fell.

The average decision period of 82 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 Pelton Fell were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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