How long do planning decisions take near Rhydspence?

The average planning decision time near Rhydspence is 74 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 Rhydspence?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Rhydspence?

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

How can I track planning applications near Rhydspence?

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Rhydspence, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rhydspence, Herefordshire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: Hereford and South Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 020A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rhydspence.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rhydspence based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Rhydspence.

P241410/F - Land East of Brynafal Lane & North of Yew Tree Cottage Rhydspence Herefordshire
Proposed conversion, extension and change of use of stone barn to 3 bedroom self-build dwelling, including construction of detached garage/live-work space, modest enlargement of approved curti
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2024-06-04
P233246/F - Land East of Brynafal Lane & North of Yew Tree Cottage Rhydspence Herefordshire HR3 6ET
Proposed conversion, extension and change of use of stone barn to 3 bedroom dwelling, including construction of detached garage/live-work space, modest enlargement of approved curtilage and ground m
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-11-13
P224224/F - Land to the East of Brynafal Lane Ryhdspene Herefordshire HR3 6ET
Change of use of land to site a mobile log cabin for use as holiday accommodation.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-01-12
P202206/F - Land East of Brynafal Lane & North of Yew Tree Cottage Rhydspence Herefordshire HR3 6ET
Conversion and change of use of a small redundant agricultural stone barn into a luxury 2-4 person holiday let.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-07-27
P180957/XA2 - Riverside Bungalow Whitney-On-Wye Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6EU
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 6 10 11 &12 attached to planning permission 171021
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-03-13
P171021/F - Riverside Bungalow Whitney-On-Wye Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6EU
Demolition of existing building and erection of new replacement dwellinghouse. Part of existing house to be retained until new build is finished. (For DOC 3 6 10 11 & 12 see 180957)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-03-28
N112511/F - The Rhydspence Inn Whitney-On-Wye Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6EU
Change of use to residential dwelling.
Status: Refused | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-09-21
N111475/FH - Pear Tree Hall Rhydspence Whitney On Wye Herefordshire HR3 6EU
To replace extant Planning Permission DCNW2008/1361/F - Relocation of existing access to dwelling and land.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-06-23
N111217/FH - Wyeside Cottage Whitney-On-Wye Herefordshire HR3 6ER
Replacement of outbuilding with single storey extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-05-11
N103369/F - The Rhydspence Inn Whitney-On-Wye Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6EU
Proposed change of use to residential dwelling.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2011-01-10
DCN081573/F - Pear Tree Hall Whitney-On-Wye Hereford Herefordshire HR3 6EU
Relocation of existing access to dwelling and land.
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2008-05-26
DCN080431/V - Pear Tree Hall Whitney-On-Wye Hereford, Herefordshire HR3 6EU
Certificate of Lawfulness for a Proposed Use relocation of existing vehicular access
Status: Refused | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLOPD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2008-03-27
DCN000181/F - Bailey Merdy Cottage Whitney On Wye Herefordshire HR3 6ET
Renovation and two storey extension to existing dwelling and single garage
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2000-03-07

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A brief summary of Rhydspence in Herefordshire

Rhydspence is a settlement located in Herefordshire, England.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Rhydspence includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Wye SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Wye. 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 Rhydspence

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Rhydspence. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

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

The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Rhydspence were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 13% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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