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Planning in Ruffs

Approved
74%
37 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ruffs in the last 24 months, from Ashfield District Council's planning register.

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About Ruffs

Ruffs is a settlement located in Nottinghamshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ruffs 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 Ruffs a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ruffs has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ruffs 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 Ruffs, 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, 84 planning applications were submitted near Ruffs. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (34), tree works (5), amendments (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ruffs?
In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Ruffs. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ruffs?
The average planning decision time near Ruffs is 51 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 Ruffs?
The planning approval rate near Ruffs is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ruffs?
The most common type of planning application near Ruffs is full planning applications, with 34 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ruffs?
You can search and track planning applications near Ruffs on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.