Search Rackheath planning applications
18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Rackheath · updated daily · South Norfolk District Council
Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- Mousehold Farm 95 Norwich Road Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6FBAwaiting decisionConstruction of a steel-portal-framed building for primary seasonal agricultural storage (forage crops and farm machinery) with a secondary, seasonal winter only use as a low-impact indoor riding arena, utilizing existing concrete farm hardstandings for vehicle parking. Installation of pv solar array, steel enclosure for lithium battery storage system, and water storage channelsReceived 6 Oct 20262026/2764
- 34 Salhouse Road Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6QHAwaiting decisionProposed single storey pitched roof rear extension with solar panels and garageReceived 17 Sep 20262026/2785
- Land Rear Of 50 Salhouse Road Rackheath NorfolkAwaiting decisionProposed Erection of 1.5 storey building comprising ground floor shop with 2 bed flat aboveReceived 8 Sep 20262026/2480
- 2 Sir Edward Stracey Road Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6PPAwaiting decisionProposed demolition of existing single storey structure and erection of new single storey extension to rear.Received 18 Aug 20262026/2434
- 68 Salhouse Road Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6AAApprovedDemolition of existing porch replace with new porch with render added to front elevation. Flat roof extension to the rear and internal alterations. Amendments to side elevations to accommodate windows and utility door.HouseholderReceived 5 Aug 2026Decided 21 Sep 20262026/2292
Planning in Rackheath
- Approved
- 85%
- 17 of 18 decided
- Decision time
- about 12 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Rackheath in the last 24 months, from South Norfolk District Council's planning register.
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NR13 245 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: South Norfolk District Council
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About Rackheath
Rackheath is a village and civil parish located approximately 6 miles northeast of Norwich in Norfolk. Spanning 7.52 km², it had a population of 1,972 residents in 762 households as of the 2011 Census. Falling within the Broadland district for local governance, Rackheath is notable for its proposed eco-town development, making it a key area for future planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,147 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Broadland district.
Rackheath covers an area of approximately 7.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rackheath 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 Rackheath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Rackheath has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rackheath 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Rackheath, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Rackheath. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (6), amendments (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).