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Planning in Vigo

Approved
64%
7 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Vigo in the last 24 months, from Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Vigo

Postcode districts

WS9 89 applications in the last 12 monthsWS4 35 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Vigo

Vigo is a city and municipality located in the autonomous community of Galicia, within the province of Pontevedra, Spain. As the capital of the comarca of Vigo, it is situated on the southern shore of the Ria de Vigo, an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean, making it a significant coastal area in the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula. This vibrant locale may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications related to coastal development and urban expansion.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Vigo area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Vigo a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Vigo has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Vigo, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Vigo. Of these, 64% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (3), amendments (2).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Vigo?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Vigo. The approval rate is 64%.
How long do planning decisions take near Vigo?
The average planning decision time near Vigo is 64 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 Vigo?
The planning approval rate near Vigo is 64%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Vigo?
The most common type of planning application near Vigo is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Vigo?
You can search and track planning applications near Vigo on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.