How long do planning decisions take near Vauxhall?

The average planning decision time near Vauxhall is 77 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 Vauxhall?

The planning approval rate near Vauxhall is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Vauxhall?

The most common type of planning application near Vauxhall is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Vauxhall?

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Vauxhall, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Vauxhall, West Midlands.

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Planning applications in Vauxhall are administered by Birmingham City Council. View the full Birmingham City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Vauxhall

Duddeston is an inner-city area located within the Nechells ward of central Birmingham, West Midlands. Once part of the Birmingham Duddeston constituency until its dissolution in 1950, this area is relevant for those exploring planning applications, given its urban context and proximity to the city centre.

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Area Information

Admin district: Birmingham
Parliamentary constituency: Birmingham Ladywood
LSOA: Birmingham 043E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Vauxhall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Vauxhall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Vauxhall.

- 12 Melvina Road Birmingham B7 4QT
Erection of two storey side and rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-02-02
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- 12 Melvina Road Birmingham B7 4QT
Erection of 6 metre deep single storey rear extension. Maximum height 3 metres, eaves height 3 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-09-28
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- Outside University Locks 50 Curzon Street Birmingham B4 7XJ
Application for a prior notification for the installation of 20m high telecommunications mast with associated antennas, equipment cabinets and ancillary development works
Status: Rejected | Type: Telecoms | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-09-19
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- Duddeston Wagon Works Pitney Street Nechells Birmingham B7 4QS
WITHDRAWN AS DUPLICATE TO 2025/05567/PA
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-09-06
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- 15 Kellett Road Nechells Birmingham B7 4NQ
Erection of single storey side and part rear extension and retention of existing single storey storage building to rear with remedial works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-01-23
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- 12 Melvina Road Birmingham B7 4QT
Erection of 6 metre deep single storey rear extension. Maximum height 3 metres. Eaves height 3 metres.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2024-02-24
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- 90 Dollman Street Duddeston Birmingham B7 4RP
Application for a prior notification for the installation of a 25m high telecommunications mast with associated 9no. antennas, 2no. dishes, 2no GPS nodes, 5no. equipment cabinets and ancillary develop
Status: Conditions | Type: Telecoms | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2023-10-17
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A brief summary of Vauxhall in West Midlands

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

Vauxhall has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Warwick Bar, Digbeth, Deritend and Bordesley High Streets, Steelhouse. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Vauxhall

In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Vauxhall. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 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 Vauxhall.

The average decision period of 77 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 Vauxhall were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (7), advertising consent (4). Full planning applications account for 38% 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, 28 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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