How long do planning decisions take near Plucks Gutter?

The average planning decision time near Plucks Gutter is 94 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 Plucks Gutter?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Plucks Gutter?

The most common type of planning application near Plucks Gutter is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Plucks Gutter?

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Plucks Gutter, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Plucks Gutter, Kent.

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Planning applications in Plucks Gutter are administered by Canterbury City Council. View the full Canterbury City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Plucks Gutter

Plucks Gutter is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Stourmouth, Kent, England. Nestled at the confluence of the Little Stour and Great Stour rivers, this area offers a unique blend of natural beauty and rural charm, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Canterbury
Parliamentary constituency: Herne Bay and Sandwich
LSOA: Canterbury 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Plucks Gutter.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Plucks Gutter.

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 Plucks Gutter based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Plucks Gutter in Kent

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

Plucks Gutter has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Plucks Gutter

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Plucks Gutter. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Plucks Gutter may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 94 days, decisions near Plucks Gutter take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Plucks Gutter were full planning applications (1). 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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