How long do planning decisions take near Stratton Chase?

The average planning decision time near Stratton Chase is 66 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 Stratton Chase?

The planning approval rate near Stratton Chase is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stratton Chase?

The most common type of planning application near Stratton Chase is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stratton Chase?

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Stratton Chase, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stratton Chase, Buckinghamshire.

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Planning applications in Stratton Chase are administered by Buckinghamshire Council. View the full Buckinghamshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stratton Chase

Chalfont St Giles is a picturesque village and civil parish located in southeast Buckinghamshire, England. Part of the quaint group of villages known as The Chalfonts, it shares its charm with Chalfont St Peter and Little Chalfont, making it an appealing area for those considering planning applications in this vibrant community.

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Area Information

Admin district: Buckinghamshire
Parliamentary constituency: Chesham and Amersham
LSOA: Buckinghamshire 047B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stratton Chase.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stratton Chase based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Stratton Chase.

- Mill Farm Mill Lane Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire HP8 4NP
Application for approval of details subject to condition 11 (River Channel Restoration) of planning approval PL/25/0306/VRC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2026-02-06
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- Mill Farm Mill Lane Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire HP8 4NP
Application for approval of details subject to condition 5 (ecology) and 9 (boundary treatments) of planning approval PL/25/0306/VRC
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-11-19
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- Hill Farm Industrial Estate Hill Farm Lane Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire
Application for approval of details subject to condition 3 (landscape and ecology), 5 (construction method statement) and 6 (contamination) planning approval PL/22/1491/FA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-10-22
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- Tier House Stratton Chase Drive Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire HP8 4NS
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed replacement of existing windows and doors
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-09-10
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- Hill Farm Industrial Estate Hill Farm Lane Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire HP8 4NT
Permission in principle for a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 2 dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2025-06-06
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- Mill Farm Mill Lane Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire HP8 4NP
Approval of conditions 7 (scheme of landscaping) and 12 (Scheme for the provision and management of a 5m buffer zone alongside the River Misbourne) of planning permission PL/21/3281/FA - Demolition of
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2025-02-24
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- Mill Farm Mill Lane Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire HP8 4NP
Approval of condition 2 (materials) and variation of condition 21 (approved plans) of planning permission PL/21/3281/FA (Demolition of existing buildings, redevelopment of site to include erection of
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2025-02-10
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- Mill Farm Mill Lane Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire HP8 4NP
Approval of condition 13 (a scheme to deal with the risks of contamination) of planning permission PL/21/3281/FA - Demolition of existing buildings, redevelopment of site to include erection of 5 deta
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2024-11-07
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- Mill Farm Mill Lane Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire HP8 4NP
Approval of conditions 3 (detailed plans), 7 (scheme of landscaping) and 12 (scheme for the provision and management of a 5 metre wide buffer zone alongside the River Misbourne) of planning permission
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2024-11-07
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- Mill Farm Mill Lane Chalfont St Giles Buckinghamshire HP8 4NP
Approval of condition 17 (Bat Emergence Survey) of planning permission PL/21/3281/FA - Demolition of existing buildings, redevelopment of site to include erection of 5 detached houses and associated c
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2024-07-29
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A brief summary of Stratton Chase in Buckinghamshire

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

Stratton Chase has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chalfont St Giles. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Stratton Chase includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hodgemoor Wood SSSI, Froghall Brickworks SSSI; 14 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns. 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 Stratton Chase

In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Stratton Chase. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 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 Stratton Chase.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Stratton Chase slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Stratton Chase were full planning applications (22), discharge of conditions (11), tree works (8). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 14 medium-scale applications, 36 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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