How long do planning decisions take near Stormont?

The average planning decision time near Stormont is 122 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 Stormont?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Stormont?

The most common type of planning application near Stormont is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stormont?

You can search and track planning applications near Stormont on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Stormont, Belfast Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stormont, Belfast.

Belfast · Northern Ireland · settlement

View council

About Stormont

Stormont, located in the east of Belfast, is home to Northern Ireland's main Parliament Buildings, commonly known as "Stormont." Surrounded by lush woods and parkland, this estate not only serves as a political hub but also offers a scenic environment, making it a notable area for planning applications related to both public infrastructure and development projects.

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Stormont.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Area Information

Admin district: Belfast
Parliamentary constituency: North Down
LSOA: Ormiston_A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stormont.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stormont based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Stormont.

- Lands at Stormont Estate, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast BT14 3SB
Short duration Geothermal Ground Source Heating Demonstration Project comprising shallow drilling, testing and completion of 5 no. exploratory boreholes, associated temporary access, compound areas an
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Belfast | Date: 2023-08-18
View full details

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Stormont in Belfast

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stormont 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.

Planning Activity in Stormont

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Stormont. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 122 days.

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

With an average of 122 days, decisions near Stormont take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Stormont were full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 88% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.