How long do planning decisions take near Stondon Massey?

The average planning decision time near Stondon Massey is 57 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 Stondon Massey?

The planning approval rate near Stondon Massey is 40%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stondon Massey?

The most common type of planning application near Stondon Massey is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stondon Massey?

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Stondon Massey, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stondon Massey, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stondon Massey are administered by Brentwood Borough Council. View the full Brentwood Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stondon Massey

Stondon Massey is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Borough of Brentwood, Essex, positioned to the north of Brentwood and nestled between Blackmore and Doddinghurst. With a population of 739 as recorded in the 2021 census, the area offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a notable consideration for planning applications and developments in the region.

Population: 739 (2021)

District: Brentwood

Website: http://www.stondonmasseyparishcouncil.gov.uk/

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Area Information

Admin district: Brentwood
Parliamentary constituency: Brentwood and Ongar
LSOA: Brentwood 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stondon Massey.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stondon Massey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Stondon Massey.

- Fawsley Ongar Road Stondon Massey Essex CM15 0EQ
Hip to gable rear box dormer with Juliet balcony. External materials to include render and alterations to fenestration. Internal alterations to ground floor.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Brentwood | Date: 2026-04-08
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- Brienda Nine Ashes Road Stondon Massey Essex CM15 0ER
Prior notification for the construction of additional storey to provide an enlargement to the existing dwelling which has a maximum height of 6.9m
Status: Undecided | Council: Brentwood | Date: 2026-02-26
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- Fawsley Ongar Road Stondon Massey Essex CM15 0EQ
Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed use or development hip to gable dormer with Juliet balcony, external materials to include render and alterations to fenestration
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Brentwood | Date: 2025-11-14
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- Stondon Court Farm Ongar Road Stondon Massey Essex CM15 0LE
Lean-to side extension to existing agricultural storage building
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Brentwood | Date: 2024-03-11
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A brief summary of Stondon Massey in Essex

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stondon Massey includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): The Coppice, Kelvedon Hatch SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stondon Massey planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.stondonmasseyparishcouncil.gov.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Stondon Massey

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Stondon Massey. Of these, 40% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Stondon Massey.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Stondon Massey slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Stondon Massey were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 43% 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, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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