How long do planning decisions take near Ridge?

The average planning decision time near Ridge is 47 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 Ridge?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ridge?

The most common type of planning application near Ridge is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ridge?

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Ridge, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ridge, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ridge are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ridge

West Harptree is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Chew Valley, Somerset, within the Bath and North East Somerset unitary district. With a population of 439, it offers a close-knit community atmosphere, making it an ideal area for potential planning applications focused on housing and local development.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: North Somerset 024E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Ridge.

26/02459/CLPU - Tilly Barn , The Street, West Harptree, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS40 6EB
Installation of two air source heat pumps and a domestic battery (Certificate of Lawfulness for a Proposed Development).
Status: Undecided | Type: Cert of Lawfulness (Proposed) 192 | Council: Bath and North East Somerset | Date: 2026-07-01
- Gournay Barn , Compton Martin Road, West Harptree, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS40 6EG
Erection of greenhouse (Certificate of Lawfulness for a Proposed Development).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bath | Date: 2025-09-30
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A brief summary of Ridge in Somerset

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

Ridge has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: West Harptree, Compton Martin, East Harptree. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ridge includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chew Valley Lake SSSI, Harptree Combe SSSI, Lamb Leer SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Mendip Hills; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Chew Valley Lake. 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 Ridge

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Ridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ridge were outline applications (4), full planning applications (1), tree works (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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