How long do planning decisions take near Slack?

The average planning decision time near Slack is 71 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 Slack?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Slack?

The most common type of planning application near Slack is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Slack?

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Slack, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Slack, Derbyshire.

Derbyshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Slack are administered by North East Derbyshire District Council. View the full North East Derbyshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Slack

Ashover is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North East Derbyshire, England. With a population that grew from 1,905 in 2011 to 1,959 in 2021, it lies in a scenic valley near Matlock and the Peak District National Park, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: North East Derbyshire
Parliamentary constituency: Bolsover
LSOA: North East Derbyshire 013A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Slack.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Slack based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Slack.

26/00355/FL - Barn D Greenhouse Farm Coach Road Overton Ashover Chesterfield S45 0JN
Demolition of the existing barn and erection of a replacement C3 dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2026-04-29
- The Oaks Amber Lane Slack Ashover Chesterfield S45 0ED
Proposed double garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North East Derbyshire | Date: 2024-07-10
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A brief summary of Slack in Derbyshire

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Slack includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Slack

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Slack. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

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

The average decision period of 71 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 Slack were discharge of conditions (1).

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